Fabrice Aidan
French diplomat who sent confidential UN Security Council briefings to Epstein; investigated by FBI in 2013 for child abuse material; referred to French prosecutors in 2026; fired by Engie.
Fabrice Aidan is a French diplomat and former United Nations official whose name appears in more than 200 documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice, including emails he sent to Epstein between 2010 and 2016 from both his personal and United Nations accounts. The DOJ-released emails document Aidan providing Epstein with confidential UN Security Council briefings, internal UN reports, and access to his diplomatic networks. In one documented instance, a readout of a call between UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Turkey's foreign minister was forwarded by Aidan to a superior and then to Epstein. Aidan also coordinated travel logistics for Terje Rod-Larsen, the former UN Special Envoy for the Middle East, to Epstein's Paris apartment at 22 Avenue Foch, and requested the gate code to Epstein's apartment from an Epstein associate.
In 2013, the FBI opened an investigation into Aidan for accessing child sexual abuse material on the internet. The case was closed without charges. Despite that investigation, Aidan continued corresponding with Epstein from his UN accounts through at least 2016. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot described the allegations as "extremely serious" and referred Aidan's case to prosecutors in February 2026 while simultaneously opening an administrative investigation within the Foreign Ministry. French prosecutors subsequently announced a dedicated team to handle Epstein-related cases.
Aidan was among the first group referred for investigation alongside model scout Daniel Siad and conductor Frederic Chaslin. Energy group Engie, where Aidan had been working at the time of the 2026 disclosure, confirmed it had dismissed him following the revelations. Aidan's lawyer Jade Dousselin stated her client "rejects all of the accusations" and was prepared to cooperate with judicial authorities. Aidan had resigned from the UN in 2013, the same year the FBI investigation was opened.
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Background
French middle-ranking diplomat who served at the United Nations. Later employed by energy group Engie. His diplomatic career and UN connections made him a valuable contact for Epstein's network of influence.
Epstein Connection
Sent emails to Epstein between 2010 and 2016 from both personal and United Nations accounts. Provided Epstein with UN documents, reports, and access to international diplomatic networks. Coordinated travel logistics for Terje Rød-Larsen (former UN Special Envoy) to Epstein's Paris apartment at 22 Avenue Foch. Also ordered books through Epstein's foundation.
Key Allegations(3)
Aidan sent United Nations documents and reports to Epstein from his official UN email account, potentially compromising diplomatic confidentiality
documentedAidan resigned from the United Nations in 2013 after allegedly being caught accessing child sexual abuse material websites
allegedAidan coordinated travel logistics for former UN envoy Terje Rød-Larsen to Epstein's Paris apartment, facilitating direct access
documentedLegal Status
Paris prosecutor's office opened investigation following referral by French Foreign Ministry. Administrative investigation and disciplinary proceedings initiated by Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. Fired from Engie in February 2026.
Notable Statements(2)
“He never visited any websites containing child pornography.”
“The allegations are extremely serious.”
Contradictions(1)
Aidan's lawyer stated he 'never visited any websites containing child pornography' at the UN
French media reported that Aidan resigned from his UN position in 2013 specifically after being caught visiting child sexual abuse material websites, and another UN envoy confirmed Aidan was investigated over the matter
Key Relationships(2)
Six years of email correspondence (2010-2016), sent UN documents
Aidan coordinated Rød-Larsen travel, connecting to broader Scandinavian political network
Timeline(8 events)
Earliest documented email correspondence with Epstein
Coordinated Terje Rød-Larsen's travel to Paris for meeting with Epstein at 22 Avenue Foch
Email to Epstein about Avenue Foch address: 'in paris it is 22 avenue foch'
Resigned from United Nations position amid allegations of accessing child abuse material
Email about ordering books through Epstein's foundation
Last documented email correspondence with Epstein
French Foreign Ministry notifies prosecutors; Engie fires Aidan
Paris prosecutor announces special team for Epstein files, Aidan case referred for investigation
At a Glance
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About Fabrice Aidan
Who is Fabrice Aidan?
Fabrice Aidan is a French diplomat and former United Nations official whose name appears in more than 200 documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice, including emails he sent to Epstein between 2010 and 2016 from both his personal and United Nations accounts. The DOJ-released emails document Aidan providing Epstein with confidential UN Security Council briefings, internal UN reports, and access to his diplomatic networks. In one documented instance, a readout of a call between UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Turkey's foreign minister was forwarded by Aidan to a superior and then to Epstein. Aidan also coordinated travel logistics for Terje Rod-Larsen, the former UN Special Envoy for the Middle East, to Epstein's Paris apartment at 22 Avenue Foch, and requested the gate code to Epstein's apartment from an Epstein associate. In 2013, the FBI opened an investigation into Aidan for accessing child sexual abuse material on the internet. The case was closed without charges. Despite that investigation, Aidan continued corresponding with Epstein from his UN accounts through at least 2016. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot described the allegations as "extremely serious" and referred Aidan's case to prosecutors in February 2026 while simultaneously opening an administrative investigation within the Foreign Ministry. French prosecutors subsequently announced a dedicated team to handle Epstein-related cases. Aidan was among the first group referred for investigation alongside model scout Daniel Siad and conductor Frederic Chaslin. Energy group Engie, where Aidan had been working at the time of the 2026 disclosure, confirmed it had dismissed him following the revelations. Aidan's lawyer Jade Dousselin stated her client "rejects all of the accusations" and was prepared to cooperate with judicial authorities. Aidan had resigned from the UN in 2013, the same year the FBI investigation was opened.
What is Fabrice Aidan's connection to Jeffrey Epstein?
Fabrice Aidan appears in 297 case documents, 0 flight logs, and 0 emails from the Epstein investigation files.
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