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Epstein's Influence: Barak's Ties and Controversial Advice

2/5/2026

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Jeffrey Epstein advised Ehud Barak, the former Israeli Prime Minister, in 2013 to partner with Palantir Technologies.
Epstein urged Barak to consider Peter Thiel for a Palantir Technologies board position.
Epstein instructed Barak to engage Lord Mandelson in selling Paz Oil Company.
The correspondence highlights Epstein's influence with high-profile figures and raises ethical questions.
Barak's ties to Epstein include more than 30 visits to Epstein's townhouse.

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Jeffrey Epstein advised Ehud Barak, the former Israeli Prime Minister, in 2013 to partner with Palantir Technologies.
Epstein urged Barak to consider Peter Thiel for a Palantir Technologies board position.
Epstein instructed Barak to engage Lord Mandelson in selling Paz Oil Company.
The correspondence highlights Epstein's influence with high-profile figures and raises ethical questions.
Barak's ties to Epstein include more than 30 visits to Epstein's townhouse.