Qatar Denies Election Interference Claims, Cites 'Obsession'
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly denied allegations of interfering in Israel's recent elections. The ministry stated that certain Israeli politicians are using Qatar as a scapegoat in a disinformation campaign. Qatar urged them to focus on domestic issues and reiterated its commitment to mediation and supporting the Palestinian people.
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- Qatar denies any involvement in Israeli elections or attempts to influence their outcomes.
- Doha accuses some Israeli politicians and media of a disinformation campaign against Qatar.
- Qatar calls the accusations of interference "absurd and dangerous" and a "disproportionate obsession."
- The foreign ministry urged Israeli politicians to focus on domestic issues instead of blaming Qatar.
- Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to mediation, Palestinian rights, and regional stability.
Qatar has vehemently denied any involvement in Israel's recent elections, dismissing allegations of interference or funding activities aimed at influencing the results. A spokesperson for Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that certain Israeli politicians and their media contacts have launched a disinformation campaign to drag Qatar into Israeli political conflicts.
These accusations, the spokesperson continued, are absurd and dangerous, claiming Qatar is blamed for influencing various political factions, including Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli left, and the Arab vote. The repeated mention of Qatar in Israeli election rhetoric reveals an "exaggerated obsession" with the country among certain Israeli political and media figures, according to the statement. Qatar should not be used as a scapegoat for the political failures of Israeli politicians.
The ministry urged Israeli politicians to focus on their constituents and improving daily life rather than diverting attention to Qatar. The statement reiterated that Qatar has no involvement in Israel's political competition or elections, considering them internal Israeli matters. Qatar will not accept any attempts to involve it in these internal political conflicts.
Furthermore, the statement emphasized that any future Israeli government must adhere to international law and UN resolutions, seriously address the Palestinian issue, and respect Palestinian rights, including self-determination and an independent state within the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. Qatar affirmed its commitment to its role as a mediator, its diplomatic and humanitarian efforts, its support for the Palestinian people, and its dedication to a just peace and regional stability. The country will continue working with regional and international partners to resolve conflicts through diplomacy and will not remain silent while its name is exploited for narrow political interests.
