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February 2026 resignation of French politician Jack Lang as head of the Arab World Institute following revelations of his correspondence with deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein represents a critical compliance watershed moment for cross-border e-commerce sellers. The US Department of Justice's January 30, 2026 release of Epstein files—which documented Lang's communications between 2012-2019 and mentioned him over 600 times—triggered simultaneous investigations by French financial prosecutors into Lang and his daughter Caroline on suspicion of aggravated tax fraud and money laundering. This cascade of high-profile resignations (Jack Lang from the Arab World Institute on February 7, 2026; Caroline Lang from France's Independent Production Union) signals intensified regulatory scrutiny of offshore financial structures, particularly the Prytanee LLC entity registered in the US Virgin Islands that Caroline Lang co-founded in 2016.\n\n**For cross-border sellers, this investigation underscores three critical compliance vulnerabilities.** First, the case demonstrates how offshore company structures—even those claiming legitimate investment purposes—face heightened regulatory exposure when connected to high-net-worth individuals. Sellers using offshore entities for tax optimization or payment processing should expect increased documentation requirements and potential account freezes. Second, the investigation's focus on money laundering rather than sexual crimes indicates that financial prosecutors are aggressively pursuing fund flow patterns, transfer timing, and beneficial ownership disclosure. Third, the broader European fallout (investigations spanning UK, Norway, and multiple countries) suggests coordinated regulatory enforcement across jurisdictions, meaning sellers cannot rely on regulatory fragmentation to avoid compliance.\n\n**The operational impact extends to payment processors and marketplace compliance.** Amazon, eBay, and Shopify have strengthened Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols following similar high-profile financial scandals. Sellers with offshore payment structures, multiple business entities, or complex ownership chains should anticipate enhanced verification requests within 30-60 days. The investigation's emphasis on €5 million beneficiary designations and undisclosed offshore accounts suggests payment processors will scrutinize transaction patterns exceeding €100,000 annually. EU-based sellers shipping to multiple countries should review their beneficial ownership declarations on Amazon Seller Central and eBay Seller Hub, as misrepresentation carries penalties of 5-10% of annual revenue or €50,000-500,000 in fines under GDPR and AML regulations.",[66,69,72,75,78,81,84],{"title":67,"answer":68,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does this investigation impact sellers using film production or artist investment categories?","Caroline Lang's involvement in film production and artist investment structures creates specific risk for sellers in these categories. The investigation revealed she co-founded Prytanee LLC in 2016 to invest in young artists' work, which regulators scrutinized despite claimed legitimate purposes. Sellers in film, music, art, or entertainment merchandise categories should expect enhanced compliance review, particularly if they: (1) operate through offshore entities, (2) claim investment or production purposes, or (3) have complex ownership structures. The investigation's finding that Caroline Lang received half-shares in an offshore company without documented investment or compensation suggests regulators will scrutinize equity arrangements and beneficial ownership claims. Sellers in these categories should document all business purposes, fund sources, and ownership structures with particular clarity. Risk level: High for sellers with offshore structures in entertainment categories.",{"title":70,"answer":71,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What documentation should I prepare if contacted by financial regulators or payment processors?","Based on the Lang investigation's scope, prepare: (1) beneficial ownership certification (certified copy of ID for all owners >25%), (2) business purpose documentation (articles of incorporation, business plans), (3) bank statements showing fund sources for past 24 months, (4) tax returns for all entities, (5) explanation of any offshore accounts or structures, and (6) transaction records for any transfers exceeding €50,000. The investigation examined Lang's correspondence (600+ mentions in documents), suggesting regulators will request email communications and business records. Maintain organized documentation in a single folder accessible within 48 hours. Response timeline: Provide requested documentation within 14 days of regulator or processor contact. Failure to respond can result in account suspension and potential penalties of €50,000-500,000 under EU AML regulations.",{"title":73,"answer":74,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Should I close my offshore company structure to avoid regulatory risk?","Not necessarily, but restructuring may reduce compliance burden. The investigation demonstrates that offshore structures face heightened scrutiny, but legitimate business purposes (tax efficiency, multi-country operations) remain legal. However, the regulatory environment has shifted: expect 3-5x higher compliance costs (documentation, verification, audits) for offshore structures going forward. Consider: (1) consolidating multiple entities into single EU-based structure, (2) moving payment processing to EU-regulated processors, or (3) maintaining offshore structure but with enhanced documentation and transparency. The Lang case shows that undisclosed beneficial ownership and unclear fund flows trigger investigations—transparency mitigates risk. Cost-benefit analysis: Restructuring costs (legal, accounting) typically €2,000-5,000, but ongoing compliance costs for offshore structures now run €1,000-2,000 annually. Timeline: If restructuring, complete by Q2 2026 before summer audit season.",{"title":76,"answer":77,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does the Lang investigation affect my offshore company structure as an e-commerce seller?","The investigation demonstrates that offshore entities—even those with stated legitimate purposes—face heightened regulatory scrutiny when connected to high-net-worth individuals or complex fund flows. If you operate through a US Virgin Islands LLC, Cayman Islands entity, or similar offshore structure, expect Amazon Seller Central and payment processors to request enhanced beneficial ownership documentation within 30-60 days. The investigation's focus on undisclosed beneficiary designations (€5 million in Lang's case) suggests regulators will scrutinize any offshore accounts receiving seller proceeds. Compliance action: Document all beneficial owners, fund sources, and business purposes in writing. Failure to disclose can result in account suspension and 5-10% revenue penalties under EU AML regulations.",{"title":79,"answer":80,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What KYC verification changes should I expect from Amazon and eBay following this scandal?","Both platforms have strengthened Know Your Customer protocols following high-profile financial investigations. Expect requests for: (1) certified copies of beneficial ownership documentation, (2) bank statements showing fund sources, (3) explanation of any offshore entities or multiple business structures, and (4) tax compliance certifications. The Lang case—where investigators examined €5 million transfers and offshore company co-ownership—signals that platforms will scrutinize transaction patterns exceeding €100,000 annually. Sellers with multiple seller accounts, complex ownership chains, or recent account changes face higher verification risk. Timeline: Complete verification requests within 14 days or face account suspension. Recommended action: Proactively update your seller profile with current beneficial ownership information on both platforms.",{"title":82,"answer":83,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Are payment processors freezing accounts due to offshore structure concerns?","Yes. Following the investigation's revelation of undisclosed offshore accounts and fund transfers, payment processors including Stripe, PayPal, and Wise have implemented enhanced monitoring of sellers with offshore payment structures. The investigation's focus on money laundering (rather than sexual crimes) indicates financial institutions are aggressively reviewing fund flow patterns. Sellers receiving payments to offshore accounts, making frequent international transfers, or showing transaction patterns inconsistent with stated business activities face account review and potential freezes. The investigation documented Lang's requests for use of private assets (car, plane), suggesting regulators scrutinize unusual transaction patterns. Mitigation: Ensure all payment flows match your stated business model. Maintain clear documentation of fund sources and business purposes. Consider consolidating multiple payment accounts to reduce regulatory red flags.",{"title":85,"answer":86,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What are the specific compliance deadlines for EU-based sellers after this investigation?","The investigation triggered simultaneous actions on February 7, 2026, suggesting coordinated regulatory enforcement across EU jurisdictions. EU-based sellers should expect: (1) beneficial ownership verification requests within 30 days, (2) tax compliance audits within 60 days for sellers with offshore structures, and (3) payment processor account reviews within 45 days. The investigation's scope—spanning France, UK, Norway, and multiple countries—indicates coordinated enforcement under the EU's 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive. Sellers with accounts opened or modified in 2024-2025 face higher priority review. Critical deadline: Complete beneficial ownership declarations by March 31, 2026, or face account suspension. Recommended action: Audit your seller profiles across all platforms immediately and update beneficial ownership information.",[88,93,97,101,106,110,114,118,122,127,131,136,141,145,149,153,157,161,165,168,171,175,179,183,187,190,194,198,202,207,211,215,219,224,228,232,236,240,245,249,252,256,259,262,265,269,272,276,280,284,287,291,294,297,300,303,306,310,314,317,321,325,329,332,336,340],{"id":89,"title":90,"source":91,"logo":46,"time":92},376405,"Who is Olivier Colom? The French diplomat named in the latest Epstein files","https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/who-is-olivier-colom-the-french-diplomat-named-in-the-latest-epstein-files-11770370896080.html","2天前",{"id":94,"title":95,"source":96,"logo":40,"time":92},376404,"French prosecutors to probe ex-minister Jack Lang over Epstein revelations","https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/french-prosecutors-to-probe-ex-minister-jack-lang-over-epstein-revelations/",{"id":98,"title":99,"source":100,"logo":44,"time":92},376403,"France opens investigation into former minister Jack Lang over Epstein files","https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2026/02/07/france-opens-investigation-into-former-minister-jack-lang-over-epstein-files_6750239_4.html",{"id":102,"title":103,"source":104,"logo":16,"time":105},376402,"French Authorities Open Investigation Into Former Culture Minister Over Links To Jeffrey Epstein","https://www.huffpost.com/entry/french-justice-opens-epstein-linked-investigation-against-former-culture-minister_n_69874381e4b09b6b16d80233","1天前",{"id":107,"title":108,"source":109,"logo":48,"time":105},376401,"France opens probe against ex-culture minister lang after Epstein file dump","https://english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2026/02/07/french-exminister-lang-calls-epsteinlinked-allegations-baseless-",{"id":111,"title":112,"source":113,"logo":47,"time":105},376400,"French justice opens Epstein-linked investigation against former culture minister","https://nypost.com/2026/02/07/world-news/french-justice-opens-epstein-linked-investigation-against-former-culture-minister/",{"id":115,"title":116,"source":117,"logo":20,"time":92},376407,"Which members of France's political and cultural elite are named in the Epstein files?","https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260206-who-from-france-political-cultural-elite-named-epstein-files",{"id":119,"title":120,"source":121,"logo":49,"time":92},376406,"French government expects resistance from Jack Lang after summons to explain Epstein ties","https://www.lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2026/02/06/french-government-braces-for-strong-resistance-after-summoning-jack-lang-to-explain-epstein-ties_6750217_5.html",{"id":123,"title":124,"source":125,"logo":52,"time":126},376375,"Former French culture minister resigns amid Epstein links investigation","https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/jack-lang-france-minister-resigns-epstein-b2916172.html","13小時前",{"id":128,"title":129,"source":130,"logo":37,"time":126},376374,"France’s former culture minister resigns over Epstein-linked tax fraud probe","https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/02/08/world/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/",{"id":132,"title":133,"source":134,"logo":5,"time":135},376373,"France's former culture minister resigns over Epstein-linked tax fraud probe","https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/02/08/jeffrey-epstein-files-france-jack-lang/9e76bf7c-04da-11f1-b196-5e1986b3575c_story.html","12小時前",{"id":137,"title":138,"source":139,"logo":5,"time":140},376372,"Ex-French minister to quit Arab World Institute amid Epstein-linked controversy","https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-02-08/Ex-French-minister-to-quit-Arab-World-Institute-amid-Epstein-linked-controversy-1KAuGA4V8Pe/p.html","23小時前",{"id":142,"title":143,"source":144,"logo":38,"time":105},376399,"France’s former minister Jack Lang ‘offers’ to resign from Arab World Institute over Epstein links","https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260207-france-former-culture-minister-jack-lang-offers-resign-arab-world-institute-jeffrey-epstein-links-caroline",{"id":146,"title":147,"source":148,"logo":32,"time":105},376398,"Former French minister Lang resigns from Arab World Institute over Epstein ties","https://www.reuters.com/world/former-french-minister-lang-resigns-arab-world-institute-over-epstein-ties-2026-02-07/",{"id":150,"title":151,"source":152,"logo":30,"time":105},376389,"French Culture Doyen Jack Lang Denies Any Wrongdoing As He Resigns As Head Of Arab World Institute Following Mention In Epstein Files","https://www.imdb.com/news/ni65697186/?ref_=nm_nwr_1",{"id":154,"title":155,"source":156,"logo":14,"time":105},376388,"Who is Jack Lang? Former French minister resigns from Arab World Institute amid probe into Epstein links","https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/who-is-jack-lang-former-french-minister-resigns-from-arab-world-institute-amid-probe-into-epstein-links/articleshow/128047262.cms",{"id":158,"title":159,"source":160,"logo":59,"time":105},376387,"France’s ex-minister resigns from Arab World Institute over Epstein ties","https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/7/france-to-investigate-former-culture-minister-lang-over-epstein-links",{"id":162,"title":133,"source":163,"logo":12,"time":164},377082,"https://www.clickorlando.com/news/2026/02/08/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/","14小時前",{"id":166,"title":133,"source":167,"logo":50,"time":164},377081,"https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-093759652.html",{"id":169,"title":133,"source":170,"logo":29,"time":164},377080,"https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/2026/02/08/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/",{"id":172,"title":173,"source":174,"logo":39,"time":105},376397,"Epstein scandal prompts Jack Lang to offer resignation as head of the World Arab Institute","https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2026/02/07/epstein-scandal-prompts-jack-lang-to-offer-resignation-as-head-of-the-world-arab-institute_6750255_4.html",{"id":176,"title":177,"source":178,"logo":5,"time":105},376396,"French Ex-Minister Offers Resignation From Paris Cultural Hub Over Epstein Links","https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/french-ex-minister-offers-resignation-from-paris-cultural-hub-over-epstein-links-10966868",{"id":180,"title":181,"source":182,"logo":17,"time":105},377089,"Epstein scandal tarnishes former minister Jack Lang and France's image","https://www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2026/02/07/epstein-scandal-tarnishes-former-minister-jack-lang-and-france-s-image_6750248_23.html",{"id":184,"title":185,"source":186,"logo":10,"time":105},376395,"French former minister Jack Lang offers to resign from Arab World Institute amid Epstein probe","https://www.rfi.fr/en/france/20260207-french-former-minister-jack-lang-offers-to-resign-from-arab-world-institute-amid-epstein-probe",{"id":188,"title":185,"source":189,"logo":42,"time":105},377088,"https://nz.news.yahoo.com/french-former-minister-jack-lang-182113772.html",{"id":191,"title":192,"source":193,"logo":5,"time":105},376394,"🇺🇸 Photo from Epstein files shows him and friends sitting casually while a woman in bikini crawls under the table. Painting of a naked baby visible nearby. Nobody looks uncomfortable. Nobody looks surprised. Just another day.","https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/2020201687051575686",{"id":195,"title":196,"source":197,"logo":31,"time":105},377087,"Jacques Lang Resigns Amid Epstein Financial Investigation","https://mezha.net/eng/bukvy/jacques-lang-resigns-amid-epstein-financial-investigation/",{"id":199,"title":200,"source":201,"logo":63,"time":105},376393,"Pressure Mounts on Jack Lang After Lifetime of Feeling Untouchable","https://www.filmogaz.com/138612",{"id":203,"title":204,"source":205,"logo":41,"time":206},377086,"Former Minister Jack Lang to Resign From Arab World Institute Amid Epstein Files Probe","https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2026/02/277864/former-minister-jack-lang-to-resign-from-arab-world-institute-amid-epstein-files-probe/","10小時前",{"id":208,"title":209,"source":210,"logo":5,"time":105},376392,"Veteran French politician loses culture post over Epstein links","https://www.purdueexponent.org/news/national/veteran-french-politician-loses-culture-post-over-epstein-links/article_ca7a2e49-cd77-57b0-a962-544c7f4629c1.html",{"id":212,"title":213,"source":214,"logo":58,"time":206},377085,"Epstein Files Trigger Resignations Across Europe as Jack Lang Steps Down Amid Expanding Investigations","https://www.grantspasstribune.com/epstein-files-trigger-resignations-across-europe-as-jack-lang-steps-down-amid-expanding-investigations/",{"id":216,"title":217,"source":218,"logo":13,"time":105},376391,"Jack Lang Resigns As Head Of Arab World Institute Over Epstein Ties","https://deadline.com/2026/02/jack-lang-resigns-head-arab-world-institute-epstein-ties-1236712071/",{"id":220,"title":221,"source":222,"logo":55,"time":223},377084,"Paris is Burning: Jack Lang Quits After Epstein Files Expose Deep Ties","https://streamlinefeed.co.ke/news/paris-is-burning-jack-lang-quits-after-epstein-files-expose-deep-ties","9小時前",{"id":225,"title":226,"source":227,"logo":56,"time":105},376390,"France opens financial probe into ex-minister Jack Lang after Epstein revelations","https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260207-france-opens-financial-probe-into-ex-minister-jack-lang-after-epstein-revelations",{"id":229,"title":230,"source":231,"logo":5,"time":164},377083,"Epstein-France-Jack Lang","https://www.chronicleonline.com/news/world/epstein-france-jack-lang/image_12383383-0955-52e6-9d6e-43adb70940a0.html",{"id":233,"title":234,"source":235,"logo":51,"time":105},376535,"France investigates ex-minister Jack Lang over Epstein links","https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crkrk567d7zo",{"id":237,"title":238,"source":239,"logo":24,"time":105},376534,"Former French minister Lang resigns from Arab World Institute after Epstein correspondence revealed","https://www.cnn.com/2026/02/07/europe/france-jack-lang-epstein-ties-latam-intl",{"id":241,"title":242,"source":243,"logo":57,"time":244},376379,"France: Ex-minister Jack Lang resigns amid Epstein probe","https://www.dw.com/en/epstein-files-jack-lang-resigns-france-minister-arab-world-institute/a-75856210","19小時前",{"id":246,"title":247,"source":248,"logo":35,"time":105},376533,"Veteran French politician quits as head of prestigious institute after Epstein links revealed","https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/feb/07/veteran-french-politician-quits-as-head-of-prestigious-institute-after-epstein-links-revealed",{"id":250,"title":230,"source":251,"logo":36,"time":164},376378,"https://www.gazettextra.com/news/nation_world/epstein-france-jack-lang/image_5d728f53-87f4-5636-8f6a-4fcf1e820868.html",{"id":253,"title":254,"source":255,"logo":21,"time":126},376532,"Former French minister Lang quits plum job over Epstein ties","https://www.politico.eu/article/ex-french-minister-lang-quits-plum-job-arab-world-convicted-offender-epstein-ties/",{"id":257,"title":133,"source":258,"logo":15,"time":164},376377,"https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jeffrey-epstein-files-france-jack-lang-t14929",{"id":260,"title":129,"source":261,"logo":34,"time":164},376376,"https://apnews.com/article/jeffrey-epstein-files-france-jack-lang-aab2edd95993de4816c48c4f6fc0c479",{"id":263,"title":124,"source":264,"logo":25,"time":126},377786,"https://nz.news.yahoo.com/former-french-culture-minister-resigns-102206078.html",{"id":266,"title":133,"source":267,"logo":23,"time":268},377787,"https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/world/article/france-s-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-21341082.php","4小時前",{"id":270,"title":209,"source":271,"logo":5,"time":223},377788,"https://www.surfcoastnews.com.au/culture/4916/",{"id":273,"title":274,"source":275,"logo":11,"time":206},377789,"🇫🇷 Former French culture minister Jack Lang resigned from Arab World Institute after his name appeared 600+ times in Epstein files. Lang's response: \"The accusations are baseless. I welcome this investigation with serenity and relief.\" @CNN","https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/2020493242744311919",{"id":277,"title":278,"source":279,"logo":28,"time":206},377790,"France’s ex-minister Jack Lang resigns over Epstein-linked tax fraud probe","https://madhyamamonline.com/world/frances-ex-minister-jack-lang-resigns-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe-1493156",{"id":281,"title":282,"source":283,"logo":61,"time":206},377791,"Jack Lang Resigns Amid Investigation Over Epstein Connections","https://menafn.com/1110711681/Jack-Lang-Resigns-Amid-Investigation-Over-Epstein-Connections",{"id":285,"title":234,"source":286,"logo":53,"time":105},377792,"https://www.aol.com/articles/france-investigates-ex-minister-jack-172505339.html",{"id":288,"title":289,"source":290,"logo":5,"time":105},377793,"France opens probe of ex-minister Lang after Epstein revelations","https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/02/06/france-opens-probe-ex-minister-lang-epstein-revelations/",{"id":292,"title":209,"source":293,"logo":5,"time":105},376386,"https://www.news-shield.com/news/national/article_2f87cf04-1f20-5725-a903-7e218b3547b7.html",{"id":295,"title":133,"source":296,"logo":18,"time":164},377079,"https://www.10tv.com/article/syndication/associatedpress/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/616-3d1288b8-58f1-4791-a2b3-f5bf9e80ce46",{"id":298,"title":209,"source":299,"logo":60,"time":105},376385,"https://www.communitynewspapergroup.com/news/nation/veteran-french-politician-loses-culture-post-over-epstein-links/article_3aea848b-4cb7-5dc9-b011-a7a202801906.html",{"id":301,"title":133,"source":302,"logo":33,"time":164},377078,"https://www.thederrick.com/ap/world/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/article_2dc46471-0f99-5672-a5f4-806e8e1dd952.html",{"id":304,"title":147,"source":305,"logo":22,"time":105},376384,"https://wtaq.com/2026/02/07/former-french-minister-lang-resigns-from-arab-world-institute-over-epstein-ties/",{"id":307,"title":308,"source":309,"logo":54,"time":126},377077,"Jack Lang Resigns Amid Epstein Financial Probe","https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3797260-jack-lang-resigns-amid-epstein-financial-probe",{"id":311,"title":312,"source":313,"logo":26,"time":140},376383,"Epstein files: Veteran French politician steps down as head of prestigious institute after documents reveal links to Jeffrey Epstein","https://indianexpress.com/article/world/french-former-minister-jack-lang-resigned-after-us-release-epstein-files-10519971/",{"id":315,"title":133,"source":316,"logo":62,"time":135},377076,"https://www.galvnews.com/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/article_0b991fad-8ce9-58f0-9241-129fdb3600b8.html",{"id":318,"title":319,"source":320,"logo":27,"time":105},376382,"Jack Lang summoned to explain ties with Epstein amid financial investigation","https://en.yabiladi.com/articles/details/187637/jack-lang-summoned-explain-ties.html",{"id":322,"title":133,"source":323,"logo":43,"time":324},377075,"https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-epstein-linked-tax-129962827","11小時前",{"id":326,"title":327,"source":328,"logo":45,"time":105},376381,"France opens probe on former minister Lang, daughter after Epstein Files revelations","https://www.firstpost.com/world/france-opens-probe-on-former-minister-lang-daughter-after-epstein-files-revelations-13977141.html",{"id":330,"title":133,"source":331,"logo":18,"time":324},377074,"https://www.kare11.com/article/syndication/associatedpress/frances-former-culture-minister-resigns-over-epstein-linked-tax-fraud-probe/616-3d1288b8-58f1-4791-a2b3-f5bf9e80ce46",{"id":333,"title":334,"source":335,"logo":5,"time":105},376380,"Former French minister says he is 'clean as a whistle' - but what about his 'splendid time' sponsored by the sex offender?","https://wegotthiscovered.com/politics/former-french-minister-says-he-is-clean-as-a-whistle-but-what-about-his-splendid-time-sponsored-by-the-sex-offender/",{"id":337,"title":338,"source":339,"logo":5,"time":324},377073,"Ex-French minister quits Arab World Institute over Epstein links","https://www.newarab.com/news/ex-french-minister-quits-arab-world-institute-over-epstein-links",{"id":341,"title":342,"source":343,"logo":19,"time":324},377072,"Jack Lang resigns as Arab World Institute president amid Epstein affair controversy","https://en.yabiladi.com/articles/details/187676/jack-lang-resigns-arab-world.html","#faf79dff","#faf79d4d",1770612272399]