Qatar has firmly denied allegations made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the Gulf state is leading a campaign to sway international opinion against Israel. The accusation was made during Netanyahu’s address to the UN General Assembly, where he claimed that Doha was orchestrating efforts to undermine Israel on the global stage.
In response, Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, a spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry, described Netanyahu’s remarks as an attempt to distract from Israel’s own policies and actions in the occupied Palestinian territories. Al Ansari emphasized that any shifts in global public opinion are the result of events occurring in the region, rather than a campaign led by Qatar.
Al Ansari urged Israel to reassess its policies and to adhere to international law, suggesting that the criticism Israel faces is a consequence of its own actions rather than external influences. He called on Israel to take responsibility for its policies instead of attributing blame to Qatar or other nations.
This exchange highlights ongoing tensions and differing narratives between the two nations regarding the situation in the Palestinian territories and its impact on international perceptions. The Qatari rebuttal underscores a broader dialogue about accountability and influence in shaping global perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.