Jared Kushner faces conflict of interest concerns over Israeli defence firm investments
A report alleges that US envoy Jared Kushner's investment firm holds significant stakes in companies supplying munitions for conflicts involving Israel, Gaza, Lebanon, Syria and Iran.
CNN investigation reveals financial ties
According to a CNN report, Kushner's Affinity Partners has the largest stake in Phoenix Financial. This company invested at least $456m in nine firms linked to Israel's defence sector. Kushner doubled his share in Phoenix in January 2025, just before Donald Trump was sworn into office.
Investments cover multiple war zones
The report states that these companies supplied armaments for the conflict in Gaza and wars on Lebanon, Syria and Iran. Kushner's firm is also invested through Phoenix in entities used by Israel against Arab states including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar.
Kushner denies diplomatic benefit claims
Kushner pushed back on the CNN story, calling it deeply misleading. He argued that his diplomatic work did not benefit investments in Israeli defense companies.
2 outlets, different leads
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Middle East Eye
Kushner's financial stakes in Israeli defence firms raises conflict of interest concerns: Report
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The Hill
Kushner pushes back on CNN report about Israeli investments tied to military
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