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Epstein's Ties to Israeli Leaders Spark Credibility Crisis

2/9/2026

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FBI documents show Jeffrey Epstein funded the Friends of Israel Defence Forces (FIDF) and the Jewish National Fund (JNF), organizations supporting the Israeli military and settlements.
Ehud Barak, the former Israeli prime minister, partnered with Epstein on various projects despite Epstein's criminal past.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has suggested the relationship undermines Barak's credibility.

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FBI documents show Jeffrey Epstein funded the Friends of Israel Defence Forces (FIDF) and the Jewish National Fund (JNF), organizations supporting the Israeli military and settlements.
Ehud Barak, the former Israeli prime minister, partnered with Epstein on various projects despite Epstein's criminal past.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has suggested the relationship undermines Barak's credibility.