India, Feb. 10 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is navigating one of the most challenging periods of his political career amid renewed attention on the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.

Speculation over a potential change in Labour Party leadership has intensified, with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood emerging as a leading contender to take the helm.

Mahmood, the daughter of Pakistani immigrants with roots in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, could become the country's first female Muslim Prime Minister if she assumes leadership.

Meanwhile, Sir Keir's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, resigned amid scrutiny over his role in Starmer's administration.

Despite mounting criticism and calls for his resignation, Starmer stated on Monday that he would ...