Epstein: Modi took advice. And Danced and Sang in Israel for the US President!

A single line buried deep inside a lengthy email written by disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein has emerged as one of the most unsettling revelations in the latest tranche of documents released by the US Justice Department , reigniting scrutiny over Epstein’s claims of influence over world leaders and powerful figures.

The email, dated July 6, 2017 , contains the assertion: “The Indian Prime Minister Modi took advice, and danced and sang in Israel for the benefit of the US President. They had met a few weeks ago. IT WORKED.” The line appears as the eighth point in a ten-point email in which Epstein offered his personal commentary on world affairs, blending real geopolitical developments with claims that remain entirely unverified.

The date of the email coincides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Israel from July 4 to 6, 2017 the first such visit by an Indian prime minister. The trip included public diplomacy events and joint appearances with Israeli leaders. However, beyond this timeline overlap, there is no evidence in the Epstein files or in official records to support the claim that Modi took advice from Epstein or had any interaction with him.

Indian authorities have categorically rejected the reference. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described it as “little more than trashy ruminations by a convicted criminal” and said it deserved to be dismissed with the “utmost contempt.” The government clarified that there had been no contact, direct or indirect , between Epstein and the Prime Minister or his office.

Diplomatic observers note that the phrase “danced and sang” is commonly used in political language to suggest acting fully in accordance with advice or instruction , rather than being meant literally. The wording has nevertheless drawn attention for portraying a democratically elected Indian prime minister in a dismissive and transactional manner , despite the absence of any factual basis.

What has further unsettled analysts is that the line was not prominently highlighted but remained embedded inside a broader 10-point email discussing world affairs. Investigators have long noted that Epstein frequently exaggerated his proximity to power , inserting himself into major global developments through speculative commentary that mixed fact, fantasy and self-promotion.

The document dump has also renewed focus on several powerful figures mentioned across Epstein’s correspondence. Britain’s former royal Prince Andrew again finds himself under pressure following repeated references to his association with Epstein. Other names appearing in the files include Elon Musk , Richard Branson , Sergey Brin and Steve Bannon . None have been charged with crimes connected to Epstein.

Musk has publicly denied ever visiting Epstein’s private Caribbean island, stating that while Epstein had invited him, he refused to go . He has also said that he pressed for the full public release of all Epstein-related documents and continues to demand complete prosecution of everyone involved in the crimes , particularly the clients , arguing that accountability has so far fallen short.

While governments and investigators have dismissed Epstein’s claims as baseless, the episode has raised deeper concerns about how a private citizen with no official authority could casually claim influence over the Indian Prime Minister and do so in language suggesting success. Even if entirely fictional, analysts say such assertions underline the extent to which Epstein cultivated an image of global power and access long after his conviction for sex offences.

As investigators continue separating fact from fabrication, the email stands as a troubling reminder that false proximity to power can be as corrosive as real access especially when justice for Epstein’s victims remains incomplete.