A former Slovakian foreign minister has resigned his position as an advisor to Prime Minister Robert Fico following teh release of communications revealing interactions with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Miroslav Lajčák admitted to “poor judgment” in the correspondence, which included discussions beyond diplomatic matters, prompting a political controversy in Bratislava as reported by Novinky.cz. the revelations are raising questions about potential security risks and have drawn criticism from opposition parties, even as Lajčák maintains no illegal activity occurred.
Slovakia’s former foreign minister, Miroslav Lajčák, has admitted to exercising poor judgment in his interactions with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The admission comes after the release of further details from Epstein’s communications, sparking a political controversy in Bratislava and raising questions about potential security risks.
Lajčák acknowledged that he engaged in communication with Epstein that extended beyond diplomatic matters, including personal topics and discussions about women. He described the correspondence as a result of “stupid male egos” but stressed he takes responsibility for his words. The revelations prompted Lajčák to offer his resignation from his role as an advisor to Prime Minister Robert Fico, which was accepted on Saturday.
According to a report by Rádio Slovensko, Lajčák first met Epstein while serving as President of the United Nations General Assembly between 2017 and 2018. He initially viewed Epstein as a valuable contact who could “open doors” to American elites. Lajčák maintains that he was unaware of the full extent of Epstein’s crimes at the time and now strongly distances himself from them.
The released correspondence reportedly includes lascivious messages about women from Moscow and Kyiv, with Lajčák referring to “incredible girls.” He insists, however, that his relationship with Epstein did not involve any financial transactions or sexual services, and that their meetings occurred only in social settings.
Lajčák stated he offered his resignation not because he committed any crime, but to avoid placing the government under political pressure. The development underscores the sensitivity surrounding associations with Epstein, even years after his arrest and death.
Opposition parties in Slovakia, as well as some members of the ruling coalition, have labeled Lajčák a security risk, pointing out that he maintained contact with Epstein even after the financier’s status as a convicted sex offender became public knowledge.
