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Netanyahu’s political survival must never be a reason to attack Iran - opinion

Does anyone really believe the push for another war with Iran isn't political? The fact that this doesn't shock us is evidence of the terrible distortion Netanyahu has inflicted on Israel.

Smoke rises following an explosion, after Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz said Israel had launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran, in Tehran, Iran February 28, 2026 in this screen grab taken from video.
An illustration of the flags of Israel and Qatar.

Qatar denies interfering in Israeli elections, calls allegations 'ridiculous and dangerous'

An illustration of the flags of Israel and Qatar.

Israel urged Qatar to continue Gaza funding despite public criticism, documents reveal

People gather on a crowded beach in Gaza City in July.

Stop living in la-la land: Only the IDF can curb Israel’s enemies – opinion


Qatar, the US, and Israel: Who’s really calling the shots in Israel’s hostage talks? - analysis

However, it remains unclear how likely this is to happen, given that Hamas has no apparent incentive to dramatically alter the existing agreement.

 (L-R): Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar, Mossad Director David Barnea, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (illustrative)

Gaza hostage deal: Netanyahu orders Israeli team to head to Cairo for ceasefire talks

Sources to 'Post': Witkoff suggested 'new ideas' to advance deal • Hamas 'unlikely' to agree to earlier release of more hostages

Israleis protest for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, in Tel Aviv, February 15, 2025

Shin Bet probes Netanyahu's office staffers' alleged Qatar ties

The Shin Bet noted in an official letter that was sent to MK Gilad Kariv that the investigation was underway in other government ministries as well.

 (L-R): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and aide Eli Feldstein

Qatar will host Palestinian prisoners if they choose to come, PM says

His welcoming sentiment to released Palestinian prisoners is not the first of its kind in recent weeks.

 Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani attends a press conference, in Doha, Qatar, October 24, 2024.

Egyptian sources say both sides showing flexibility to achieve Gaza ceasefire - report

The deal's approval ultimately is reportedly dependent on Israel.

 Hamas and Israeli flags.

Turning up the fight: Qatar's role re-visited as Knesset members argue for stricter enforcement

Against the background of the renewed attempt to formulate an outline for the release of hostages, a group of Knesset members in the coalition formulated a bill that would tighten enforcement against

 Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani attends a press conference, in Doha, Qatar, October 24, 2024.

Qatar’s bait and switch game as mediator and host - analysis

Qatar is arguing that it won’t act as a mediator any longer, threatening the fate of the hostages because a deal would be harder without Doha in the middle.

 DOHA, QATAR - AUGUST 2: A man holds a Palestinian flag as people attend funeral ceremony, held for Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Tehran, at Imam Abdul Wahhab Mosque in Doha, Qatar on August 2, 2024.

A post-Sinwar scenario: What's next for Hamas and Israel now? - opinion

With Sinwar gone, Hamas's new leadership faces critical choices on ceasefire talks, hostages, and its future in Gaza.

 Hamas official Yahya Sinwar joins list of eliminated terrorists (illustrative)

Blinken to meet with Egypt on hostage deal Tuesday

Miller: 'We continue to engage with our partners in the region'

 U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken exits a plane as he arrives in Cairo, during his week-long trip aimed at calming tensions across the Middle East, in Egypt, January 11, 2024.

Qatar: Gaza mediation cannot succeed if Israel assassinates Hamas's negotiator

Qatar PM: Peace needs serious partners and a global stance against the disregard for human life.

 (L-R): Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani; Hamas leader abroad Ismail Haniyeh. The logo of Hamas is seen.