Bennett: As prime minister, I will declare Qatar an enemy state
This investigation examines allegations related to support for terrorism & extremist groups. The available public evidence shows Bennett pledges formal 'enemy state' designation for Qatar if elected, Accuses Qatar of bankrolling Hamas and buying political influence, and Designation would carry legal consequences for financial ties with Qatari entities. Qatar or relevant parties have not issued a documented public response at the time of writing. The primary sources are reporting by Ynet News.
- Bennett pledges formal 'enemy state' designation for Qatar if elected
- Accuses Qatar of bankrolling Hamas and buying political influence
- Designation would carry legal consequences for financial ties with Qatari entities
Ynet News reports that Naftali Bennett has pledged that, if elected prime minister, he will formally declare Qatar an enemy state of Israel. Bennett accuses Doha of bankrolling Hamas, funding incitement through Al Jazeera, and buying influence inside Israeli and Western political systems — a reference to the ongoing Qatargate affairs. The declaration would carry significant legal and diplomatic consequences, potentially criminalizing financial ties with Qatari entities. Qatar rejected the accusations and warned the move would sabotage mediation channels. The pledge has become a flashpoint in Israel's election campaign, forcing rival candidates to stake out positions on Qatar's alleged double game.
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