Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has reiterated the call for Crown Princess Mette-Marit to address her past interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. His comments follow the revelation that the Crown Princess maintained contact with Epstein for three years, from 2011 to 2014, and that this connection was more extensive than previously disclosed in 2019. Støre has expressed a desire for transparency in this matter, indicating that the public deserves clarity on the Crown Princess's relationship with Epstein, especially given the allegations surrounding the financier.

During a media interaction, Støre acknowledged the lack of a specific timeline for when the royal family needs to respond to questions about Mette-Marit's contact with Epstein. He stated that he doesn't have a timetable but insists on the importance of openness regarding the matter. Støre is particularly focused on the implications this might have for public trust in the monarchy, suggesting that a failure to provide answers could ultimately lead to a crisis of confidence.

The discussion around this issue has intensified following the emergence of documents that reveal further details about the nature of Mette-Marit’s communications with Epstein, including a notably casual email from her where she referenced negative information about Epstein found online. As this situation develops, both Mette-Marit and former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland have been urged by Støre to clarify the extent and nature of their contact with Epstein, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of their past choices in light of Epstein's notorious background.