Prince William’s Earthshot Prize faces scrutiny after its donor, DP World’s ex-chairman linked to Epstein, is revealed in leaked documents.

Prince William’s Earthshot Prize is under scrutiny after its founding partner, DP World, was linked to Jeffrey Epstein through newly released DOJ documents. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, DP World’s former chairman and a major donor to the charity, was named in an email Epstein sent in 2009 referencing a “torture video.” Bin Sulayem, who contributed at least £1 million to the Earthshot Prize, has since been removed from leadership amid concerns over donor vetting. The UK’s Charity Commission is reviewing the charity’s funding sources following a complaint by anti-monarchy group Republic, which questions Prince William’s awareness of the connection. While no evidence ties William to Epstein or improper conduct, the controversy has reignited scrutiny over royal ties to controversial donors and the charity’s due diligence practices.