Newly released files related to the late American billionaire Jeffrey Epstein reveal activities that go far beyond his well-documented sexual crimes and relationships with global political and financial elites. According to the documents, Epstein was involved in an organized network that financially supported Israeli military institutions, Zionist organizations, athletes presented as "ambassadors" for Israel, as well as academic and media bodies working to improve Israel's Image abroad.
Was Epstein working as a foreign agent for the State of Israel?
An American working as a foreign agent for Israel-- or any foreign principal-- must report this to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) if they engage in political activities, lobbying, or public relations on behalf of the foreign government. Failure to register can result in criminal penalties, including fines up to $10,000 and up to five years in prison.
The latest tranche of documents, released in early February 2026 under a transparency law passed by the U.S. Congress, includes millions of pages of correspondence, financial records, and judicial documents that had remained inaccessible to journalists and researchers for years.
The network operated-- from the charitable foundation allegedly used as a financial cover, to the organizations, universities, and athletes that benefited from Epstein's funding, and finally to what FBI reports suggest about his potential relationship with Israeli intelligence.
Investigators from Arabi Post tracked every reference to "Israel" or Jewish organizations within the files, then cross-checked those references against records from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. One entity emerged at the center of the network: THE C.O.U.Q. FOUNDATION, INC., established by Epstein in 2001 and chaired by him.
According to the records, this foundation functioned as a primary channel through which donations were transferred to various Jewish and Zionist organizations. In addition, another entity bearing Epstein's name appeared as a donor to the organization "Friends of the Israel Defense Forces" (FIDF) in a financial document dated 2005.
The documents show that Epstein financially supported several prominent organizations known for backing Israel.
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces was founded in 1981 and headquartered in New York, FIDF is the official organization responsible for fundraising on behalf of Israeli soldiers and their families. IRS records indicate that Epstein's foundation donated $25,000 to FIDF in 2005, with references to earlier support through the "Jeffrey Epstein VI Foundation," though the amounts were not specified.
Jewish National Fund (JNF): Established in 1901 to purchase land for Jewish settlement in Palestine prior to the creation of Israel, the JNF later expanded into land development and agricultural projects and operates internationally. Records show that Epstein donated $15,000 to the JNF in 2005.
Hillel Foundation: Active on U.S. university campuses, Hillel is known for promoting the Israeli narrative and opposing boycott and divestment campaigns. Epstein's foundation donated $50,000 to Hillel in 2005. An email dated 2010 from the head of Hillel at Harvard University shows that Epstein continued to be approached for donations even after his criminal conviction, thanking him for past support and requesting further contributions.
National Council of Jewish Women: IRS records indicate that the organization received funding from Epstein's foundation in both 2005 and 2006.
Seeds of Peace: An organization that runs summer camps in the United States bringing together Palestinian and Israeli youth under the banner of dialogue. Critics accuse it of normalization efforts that obscure the realities of occupation. Memos from Epstein's lawyers indicate that the organization was listed among beneficiaries to portray Epstein as a "peace advocate" in dealings with authorities.
The files also reveal a sports-related dimension of Epstein's support network. An email sent to Epstein in 2013 by Eyal Tiberger, CEO of the World Maccabi Union, expresses deep gratitude for a $60,000 donation designated to support young Jewish athletes.
The stated purpose of the funding was to strengthen "Jewish identity and heritage" and prepare these athletes to become "ambassadors for the State of Israel" in their respective countries and communities. Tiberger invited Epstein to attend the opening ceremony of the 2013 Maccabiah Games in Jerusalem as a VIP guest, describing the event as the largest Zionist Jewish sporting gathering in the world.
This funding is particularly notable given the reputation of Israel's Maccabi football club, whose fans have been widely criticized for racist and anti-Arab chants. In December 2025, UEFA imposed fines on the club following repeated incidents of racist behavior, linking Epstein's donations to a broader system using sports to promote Zionist Identity internationally.
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