Ex-Israeli PM Denies Epstein Israeli Intelligence Allegations

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has strongly denied allegations, including those from U.S. commentator Tucker Carlson, that Jeffrey Epstein was an intelligence asset for Israel's Mossad or that he ran a blackmail ring on Israel's behalf. Bennett emphasized that these claims are false, slanderous, and part of a wave of lies against Israel, asserting that Epstein's criminal activities had no connection to the Mossad or the Israeli government. Carlson has challenged Bennett to a formal discussion, insisting it is obvious Epstein had ties to a foreign intelligence service, likely Israel, and accusing the public of being censored from speaking openly on the matter. The accusations stem from Epstein's highly suspicious rise to wealth and influence, along with conspiracy theories following his 2019 jail death, which the Trump administration ruled a suicide. Media personalities like Megyn Kelly have supported Carlson's theory, though they admit no concrete evidence exists. The debate highlights ongoing tensions around Epstein's connections and the broader implications of intelligence involvement in his criminal network.