Dubai CEO Who Epstein Thanked For ‘Torture Video’ Resigns

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February 14, 2026

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Trade and logistics CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem has resigned from his position after he was named in documents of Jeffrey Epstein, who referred to the Dubai businessman as a “close personal friend.” The two appeared to have a decades-long relationship. Here’s what to know.

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