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Adnan Khashoggi

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Adnan Khashoggi
Adnan Khashoggi
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NameAdnan Khashoggi
Birth dateJuly 25, 1935
Birth placeMecca, Saudi Arabia
Death dateJune 6, 2017
Death placeLondon, United Kingdom
OccupationBusinessman, arms dealer

Adnan Khashoggi was a Saudi Arabian businessman and arms dealer, known for his involvement in the Iran-Contra affair and his connections to prominent figures such as Imelda Marcos, Ferdinand Marcos, and Richard Nixon. He was a key figure in the Lockheed bribery scandal and had ties to the CIA and Mossad. Khashoggi's business dealings and personal life were often shrouded in controversy, with links to Pablo Escobar, Manuel Noriega, and other notorious individuals.

Early life and background

Adnan Khashoggi was born in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, to a wealthy family with ties to the Saudi royal family. His father, Mohammed Khashoggi, was a personal physician to King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia. Khashoggi's family was closely connected to the House of Saud, and he was educated at Victoria College, Alexandria, alongside other prominent Middle Eastern figures such as Hosni Mubarak and Omar Sharif. He later attended the American University of Beirut and developed relationships with influential people like Kamal Adham and Talcott Seelye.

Business career and arms dealing

Khashoggi's business career began in the 1960s, with dealings in real estate and construction in Saudi Arabia and Egypt. He soon expanded into arms dealing, working with companies like Lockheed Corporation and Northrop Corporation. Khashoggi's connections to the CIA and Mossad facilitated his involvement in the Iran-Contra affair, where he played a key role in the secret sale of US arms to Iran through Israel. He also had ties to the Soviet Union and worked with figures like Nikolai Detinov and Anatoly Dobrynin. Khashoggi's business empire included relationships with Ari Ben-Menashe, Robert Gates, and Caspar Weinberger.

Philanthropy and public image

Despite his controversial business dealings, Khashoggi was known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa. He supported organizations like the Islamic Development Bank and the Arab League, and was involved in various charitable initiatives with figures like King Hassan II of Morocco and Hosni Mubarak. Khashoggi's public image was often that of a flamboyant and extravagant figure, with a penchant for luxury and a reputation for throwing lavish parties. He was friends with celebrities like Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Elizabeth Taylor, and was often seen at high-profile events like the Cannes Film Festival and the Monte Carlo Grand Prix.

Khashoggi's business dealings and personal life were frequently marred by controversy and legal issues. He was implicated in the Lockheed bribery scandal and faced charges related to the Iran-Contra affair. Khashoggi was also involved in a number of high-profile lawsuits, including a case against Imelda Marcos and another against the Philippine government. His connections to Pablo Escobar and Manuel Noriega led to further scrutiny, and he was the subject of investigations by the US Senate and the US Department of Justice. Khashoggi's relationships with figures like Yasser Arafat and Saddam Hussein also raised eyebrows, and he was often accused of being a gunrunner and a money launderer.

Later years and death

In his later years, Khashoggi's business empire began to decline, and he faced increasing financial difficulties. He was forced to sell many of his assets, including his famous yacht, the Nabila, which was later purchased by Donald Trump. Khashoggi passed away on June 6, 2017, in London, United Kingdom, at the age of 81. His legacy is complex and multifaceted, with connections to a wide range of prominent figures, including George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, and Vladimir Putin. Despite the controversies surrounding his life, Khashoggi remains a fascinating figure, with ties to the KGB, the Mossad, and the CIA, as well as relationships with celebrities like Michael Jackson and Marlon Brando. Category:Businesspeople