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Israeli Correspondent Apologizes for Stay at Qatar Lobbyist's Home
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Channel 13 correspondent Suleiman Maswadeh apologized after Haaretz reported he stayed at the home of Qatar lobbyist Jay Footlik. Maswadeh testified in the Qatargate probe, where Footlik is a central figure. Maswadeh maintained his journalism was unaffected but acknowledged the appearance of compromised independence.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Channel 13 correspondent Suleiman Maswadeh apologized after a report on his stay at a Qatar lobbyist's home.
- Maswadeh stayed for two weeks at the Virginia home of lobbyist Jay Footlik.
- Footlik is a central figure in the Qatargate investigation, where Maswadeh testified.
- Maswadeh stated his journalism was not affected by the friendship.
- He acknowledged the situation could raise doubts about his independence.
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