Tag: Qatar

The text explores the question of whether Israel can eliminate Hamas, noting that while the ideology of Hamas may persist, its governing and military structure in the Gaza Strip is defeatible.
Israel recently shut down Al Jazeera in the country and the West Bank, citing it as an agent of a hostile state and jeopardizing security.
Rabbi Jonathan Romain shares his experience attending an inter-faith conference in Qatar, where the majority of participants were from Muslim countries.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finds himself in a challenging position managing negotiations with Egypt and Qatar representing Hamas, dealing with international pressure led by U.S. President Biden amid Democratic re-election concerns, and balancing demands within his governing coalition for ongoing control over Gaza.
Al Jazeera's coverage of the Gaza war has come under criticism for being biased and inflammatory, with the network accused of skewing its reporting in favor of Hamas and against Israel.
President Joe Biden anticipates a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas by next Monday, with negotiators in Doha proposing outlines for an agreement.
Former Mossad's head of economic warfare, Udi Levy, suggests that Hamas could have been weakened if Benjamin Netanyahu had authorized targeting its financial sources a decade ago.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the Biden administration for not pressuring Qatar to free Israeli, American, and other hostages in Gaza.
Israeli officials and American Jewish leaders are divided over Qatar's role in hostage diplomacy.
The article discusses the reasons behind Qatar's support for Hamas, despite positioning itself as a mediator in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Israel and Hamas are preparing to resume indirect negotiations for the release of Israeli hostages, as well as a ceasefire in Gaza, following an incident where Israeli troops mistakenly killed three hostages attempting to escape.
This article highlights the need to celebrate all hostages who have been released, not just Israeli citizens.
The article discusses the involvement of individuals affiliated with the Soufan Group, a global security firm, in Qatar's security apparatus.
In a discussion on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas three weeks into the war, Shimrit Meir, a former adviser to Naftali Bennett, speaks with Yonit and Jonathan about the international dynamics at play, including Qatar's support for Hamas.
Noam Peri, the daughter of Haim Peri, a captive of Hamas, has come to Washington to plead for help in freeing the more than 200 Israeli hostages held since October.
Israel has denied that it is negotiating with Hamas for the release of hostages held by the terror group via Qatar.
The World Cup launching in Qatar prompts Menschwarmers hosts Gabe and James to explore the implications for Jewish fans.
A lawsuit filed by venture capitalist Elliott Broidy against the Qatari government and former pro-Qatar lobbyists Nick Muzin, Joey Allaham, and Gregory Howard alleges that Qatar coordinated the theft and dissemination of Broidy's private emails.
This episode of Israel Policy Pod discusses the current situation in Gaza.
Qatar has executed a sophisticated and successful campaign to influence Western policymaking, particularly in the U.S., through significant financial investments in institutions, media, and lobbying efforts.
Qatar hired lobbyists to improve its image among American Jews, with new details revealing the lobbyists were paid far more than previously known, particularly through Blue Fort Public Relations LLC and other firms.
Israel appeared to be on the brink of war with Gaza following a $15 million cash infusion from Qatar intended to maintain quiet.
Qatar's attempts to influence the American Jewish community and U.S. policymakers through lobbying and hacking activities, as detailed in a lawsuit by Elliott Broidy, involved individuals like Nick Muzin and Joey Allaham.
ZOA President Mort Klein criticized Qatar for its ties to Islamic extremists, particularly after the country honored a Muslim Brotherhood cleric and criticized Israel.
Al Jazeera, a Qatar-based media outlet known for its pro-Islamist leanings, has sent letters to various U.S.-based Jewish and pro-Israel organizations and individuals, indicating they will likely be featured in a documentary about pro-Israel advocacy groups in the U.S.