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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


'Second biggest financiers of terrorism,' Yair Netanyahu accuses Qatar during conference

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son, Yair, slams Qatar for allegedly being "the second biggest financiers of terrorism." He further claims that left-wing groups use Israel as an "experiment."

 Yair Netanyahu

Qatargate: Leaked documents reveal Doha funds meant for PM Netanyahu

There is no evidence that Israel had received any funds from Qatar; only the money was offered. A Likud spokesperson said in response, "These are false and illusory news."

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Jerusalem, February 18, 2024.

US, Qatar, Egypt urge Hamas and Israel to finalize deal outlined by Biden

Washington, Cairo, and Doha urged Israel and Hamas to adopt a three-phase plan for hostage release, ending the Gaza war, and rebuilding the Gaza Strip.

 US SECRETARY of State Antony Blinken walks with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry as they attend a US-Arab meeting, also with the participation of Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, and the Palestinian Authority, in Riyadh, last month. Uploaded on 29/5/2024

Cairo talks continue but hopes for Gaza ceasefire appear slim

In their second day of truce talks in Cairo with Egyptian and Qatari mediators in Cairo, Hamas negotiators maintained their stance that any truce agreement must end the war.

 U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken sits with his delegation, in Cairo, Egypt, Februray 6, 2024.

Following closure: Al Jazeera calls for legal response, Israel police raid Jerusalem office

Al Jazeera's legal team was preparing a response in anticipation of a possible court appeal against the decision.

 The logo of Qatar-based Al-Jazeera network is seen in one of their offices in Jerusalem

US demands Qatar expel Hamas if they reject another ceasefire - Washington Post

The push to remove Hamas leaders from Qatar comes as growing frustration arose from Hamas's unwillingness to accept ceasefire proposals.

 Ismail Haniyeh, top leader of the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, meets a person offering condolences after the killing of three of his sons in an Israeli strike in Gaza City, in Doha, Qatar April 11, 2024.

Hamas says it received Israel's official response to its position over ceasefire

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Friday he saw fresh momentum in talks to end the war and return the remaining hostages.

 Israelis gather in Tel Aviv for the release of Gaza hostages on November 25, 2023

Qatar: 'UN Gaza resolution has no immediate impact on Doha ceasefire talks'

"We haven't seen any immediate effect on the talks. They are ongoing as they were before, as the (UN) decision was taking place," said Qatar foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left, and Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari, right.

Qatar warns major Rafah operation would harm hostage talks

Barnea returned from Doha and immediately updated the war cabinet on a potential hostage deal in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

 A woman takes part in a protest demanding a hostage deal, in Tel Aviv, Israel, February 1, 2024

The ground is 'falling under our feet': How Israel views Hamas's actions

Col. (Res.) Moshe Elad, Orientalist and Lecturer, discusses Hamas's recent actions regarding negotiations for hostage negotiations, human shields, and the future of northern Gaza leadership.

 IDF soldiers clear a tunnel in the Gaza Strip