Mohamed Fayed Paid Egyptian Spies Millions To Probe Diana’s Death.
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Mohamed Al-Fayed, the Egyptian billionaire and former Harrods owner, spent years chasing a theory that the 1997 Paris car crash that killed his son Dodi and Princess Diana was no accident. Reports reveal he paid millions to Egyptian intelligence agents in London, seeking evidence to support his belief that British intelligence orchestrated the tragedy.
A Father’s Obsession with the Truth
Al-Fayed’s conviction stemmed from his view that the British establishment opposed Dodi, an Egyptian Muslim, as a potential stepfather to Prince William, the future king. According to a Telegraph report, Al-Fayed funneled millions in cash and Bitcoin through a web of companies to Egypt’s Mukhabarat intelligence service over nearly a decade. He allegedly told agents he was certain British intelligence killed the couple to prevent a “Muslim brother to the future king.” Sources described Al-Fayed as “unbalanced” in these interactions, often shouting, which led agents to dismiss his demands. They informed him the British establishment disapproved of Dodi’s relationship with Diana but had no evidence of foul play in the crash.
Official Findings Contradict Claims
The three-year Operation Paget investigation, led by former Metropolitan Police commissioner Sir John Stevens, concluded in 2006 that the crash was an accident. Henri Paul, the driver and an employee of Al-Fayed’s Ritz Hotel, was found to be three times over the legal alcohol limit and speeding when the Mercedes crashed in the Alma tunnel. Paparazzi pursuit contributed, but no evidence supported Al-Fayed’s conspiracy claims. Despite this, Al-Fayed persisted, funding a 2011 documentary, Unlawful Killing, which echoed his narrative but was never released due to legal risks.
A Controversial Legacy
Al-Fayed, who died in 2023 at 94, was a polarizing figure. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, he built a global empire, owning Harrods, Fulham Football Club, and the Ritz Paris. Yet, his life was marred by scandal. In 2024, a BBC documentary, Al-Fayed: Predator at Harrods, detailed allegations of rape and sexual assault by over 100 women, spanning decades. One woman claimed Al-Fayed raped her in his London apartment, stating she did not consent. Harrods was accused of covering up these allegations during his ownership from 1985 to 2010. Al-Fayed also faced scrutiny in the 1990s for his role in the “cash for questions” scandal, where he paid British MPs to ask parliamentary questions on his behalf.
The Aftermath and Unanswered Questions
Al-Fayed’s payments to Egyptian spies yielded no proof of his conspiracy theory, but his efforts highlight his deep grief and distrust of the British establishment. His son Omar noted Al-Fayed’s vast archive of documents on the crash, underscoring his relentless pursuit. While official reports closed the case, Al-Fayed’s campaign kept the tragedy in public discourse, reflecting the enduring fascination with Diana’s death.
Disclaimer: This article is based on reported information and does not endorse conspiracy theories or unverified claims.
Sources: The Telegraph, NDTV, News18, BBCweb:0,2,9post:3,5
