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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


Arab nationalism is alive and well in Doha at the World Cup - analysis

The international soccer tournament in Doha has seen an outpouring of support from Arab fans toward the teams of other Arab nations, while Israeli journalists have faced backlash.

 Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman is received by Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on the sidelines of the World Cup in Doha, Qatar, November 20, 2022

Israeli comedian flees Qatar after video against him goes viral

After multiple reports about a hostile environment for Israelis at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, an Israeli comedian cut his visit short for fear of getting hurt.

 FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Preview, Doha, Qatar - November 18, 2022 The FIFA World Cup logo is pictured on the Corniche Promenade ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

Israel gives Qatar OK to drill in Lebanese cross-border gas reservoir

Israel authorized a Qatari company to be involved in drilling for natural gas in the Kana-Sidon Reservoir.

 View of the Israeli Leviathan gas field gas processing rig near the Israeli city of Caesarea, on January 31, 2019.

Fanfare for first flight from Israel to Qatar for World Cup

At least 10,000 Israelis are expected at the month-long matches, most of them coming through third countries.

Soccer fans line up before boarding the first direct commercial flight between Israel and Qatar for the upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup, at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv, Israel, November 20, 2022.

World Cup: Qatar won't allow cooked Kosher food, public Jewish prayer

Jewish organizations claim that Qatar is breaking its promise on allowing any cooked Kosher food to be sold at FIFA World Cup.

 People walk past an illuminated soccer ball ahead of the FIFA 2022 World cup soccer tournament at Katara Cultural Village in Doha, Qatar November 15, 2022.

With balloons and contact cards, first Israel-Qatar flight heads to World Cup

History is made as the first direct flight departs Israel for Qatar for World Cup games.

 An excited traveler holds a soccer ball next to sign for flight leaving from TLV to DOH.

My Word: The World Cup and global games

How do human rights interventionists and spectators of sports overlap?

 A MAN sits beside a football mural on the walls of Katara Cultural Village ahead of the World Cup in Qatar.

Iran's World Cup winger says focus on playing, not political issues

One soccer player speaks out about his role as an Iranian in the world cup in times of crisis for his home nation.

 Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - A football fan with an Argentine flag is photographed in Doha, Qatar - November 15, 2022.

No airline agreed to fly from Israel to Qatar for World Cup

Even though Israel and Qatar don't have diplomatic relations, Doha had to allow Israelis to attend the tournament as part of FIFA's terms for it to host.

 Fifa World Cup 2022 branding is seen at Hamad International Airport.

Qatari activists criticize own government over Tel Aviv-Doha World Cup flights

Qatari activists have started a campaign protesting the Israel-Qatar agreement that will allow direct flights between Tel Aviv and Doha during the World Cup.

 A view of the World Cup Trophy during an event marking "200 Days To Go" ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, in Doha, Qatar May 6, 2022.