Newly disclosed records outline financier’s communications with regional figures and attempts to position himself in advisory roles

By yourNEWS Media Newsroom

Newly released Justice Department documents reveal that Jeffrey Epstein cultivated connections with prominent figures across the Middle East, seeking access to political and financial insight while presenting himself as a potential adviser on regional matters.

According to Newsmax, the records are part of a large-scale disclosure under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which has made millions of pages public and renewed scrutiny of Epstein’s global relationships following his 2019 death in federal custody while awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges.

A review by the Miami Herald found that Epstein maintained ties with individuals in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Yemen, and the United Arab Emirates, where he positioned himself as an informal adviser on geopolitics, legal disputes, and financial affairs.

According to the report, Epstein continued engaging with influential international contacts even after his 2008 conviction in Florida, hosting meetings at residences in New York, Palm Beach, and Paris. The documents indicate he obtained access to sensitive details, including outcomes of political meetings and travel itineraries of Gulf officials.

In a 2016 exchange with Saudi officials, Epstein criticized plans to publicly list shares of Saudi Aramco, writing that the proposal was “silly” and warning that financial markets would view it unfavorably. He added, “Shareholders are the last thing the kingdom needs.”

In separate correspondence, he proposed taking on a formal advisory role, stating in another communication, “I am happy to represent KSA interests,” while requesting to serve as a financial confidant to Mohammed bin Salman.

The documents also detail Epstein’s involvement during the 2017 Gulf crisis. In one message, he advised a member of Qatar’s ruling family to take a stronger stance, writing that Qatar “needs to come out against terrorism LOUD” and criticizing the experience of its foreign minister.

Some exchanges contained explicit language. In a 2013 email, an Emirati businessman wrote, “She wanted some BUSINESS! while I only wanted some PUSSYNESS! [sic.],” to which Epstein responded, “Praise Allah, there are still people like you.”

The records further show Epstein involving himself in legal matters abroad. In 2012, he advised Yemeni businessman Shaher Abdulhak on his son’s case in the United Kingdom, suggesting a focus on acceptable outcomes such as house arrest and charitable work.

Even during a 2009 jail sentence in Florida, Epstein continued corresponding with international contacts, including assisting an Emirati businessman seeking support from the British government for a port project. After progress was made, Epstein wrote, “Im [sic.] proud of you.”

U.S. officials have not indicated that Epstein held any formal government position abroad, and some sources cautioned that he may have overstated the extent of his influence.

“Epstein was responsible for serious crimes that caused significant harm to many victims,” a Saudi source said. “He was known to exaggerate and misrepresent his connections.”

The Justice Department has released more than 3 million pages related to Epstein, though questions remain regarding the completeness of the disclosures and the full scope of his international activities.