Kremlin dismisses claims Epstein was a Russian intelligence asset

Kremlin dismisses claims Epstein was a Russian intelligence asset

On February 5, 2026, the Kremlin publicly rejected claims by Western media and political figures suggesting that Jeffrey Epstein may have been an asset of Russian intelligence. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov described the assertions as unfounded and not worthy of serious comment.

The recent Justice Department release of Epstein‑related documents included references to Russia and Russian individuals, which have fueled speculation about Epstein’s possible intelligence connections. However, Russian authorities stated there is no evidence supporting formal ties between Epstein and the Russian intelligence services.

Peskov characterized the discussions as attempts to distract from scandals involving Western figures implicated in the Epstein files, and reiterated that Russia did not engage Epstein in any known intelligence operations. No concrete evidence has been publicly presented to confirm Epstein’s status as an intelligence asset for Russia.