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Jeffrey Epstein Helped Israel Sell a Surveillance State to Côte D'Ivoire: Leaks

15 days ago
  • #Jeffrey Epstein
  • #Surveillance State
  • #Israeli Intelligence
  • Jeffrey Epstein and Ehud Barak facilitated Israeli surveillance and security deals with Côte d’Ivoire.
  • Leaked emails reveal Epstein's role in brokering deals between Israel and Côte d’Ivoire, including mass surveillance proposals.
  • Epstein communicated with Barak about exploiting civil unrest for financial gain, stating it was 'perfect' for Barak's interests.
  • A 2014 security agreement between Israel and Côte d’Ivoire led to increased authoritarian measures under President Alassane Ouattara.
  • Epstein and Barak's activities extended beyond Côte d’Ivoire, including similar deals in Mongolia and other African nations.
  • Documents show Epstein's involvement in Israeli intelligence operations, even while Barak was Israel's Defense Minister.
  • Barak continued negotiations covertly after leaving office, with Epstein's assistance, to finalize the Côte d’Ivoire deal.
  • The UN arms embargo on Côte d’Ivoire temporarily halted progress, but sanctions were later lifted, enabling the deal's completion.
  • Israeli firms provided surveillance and security technology to Côte d’Ivoire, strengthening Ouattara's grip on power.
  • The story highlights the intersection of private interests and state security operations, with Epstein acting as a key intermediary.