Kushner Criticizes Israel's Doha Attack, Cites Election Impact
Jared Kushner, former President Donald Trump's son-in-law, has sharply criticized Israel's recent military strike in Doha, Qatar, calling it a "terrible thing" that failed as a military operation and left Israel isolated. Kushner stated that the U.S. leveraged this isolation to push Israel towards a deal that he believes has ultimately benefited them and the residents of Gaza.
Kushner's remarks, made during a visit to Kyiv, also touched upon the upcoming Israeli elections, suggesting they are causing the Israeli government to act "a bit irrationally" regarding the situation in Gaza. He indicated that while there is agreement with Israelis on the desired end state in Gaza, the election dynamics are influencing decision-making.
Despite initial Israeli reservations about certain U.S. proposals, Kushner asserted that the eventual agreement proved highly beneficial for Israel and Gaza's population. He also mentioned that most of the agreement is already prepared, implying progress towards a resolution.
These comments follow a pattern of unusual public statements by Kushner concerning Israeli policy. The article notes that the Doha strike occurred on September 9, 2025, and Kushner's remarks were reported on September 13, 2026.
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