Play the Game — Whistleblower Reveals Qatar's Surveillance of Journalists During 2022 World Cup Preparations
Reporting on Abdullah Ibhais's account that Qatar surveilled journalists during 2022 World Cup preparations; he was accused of bribery, misuse of state funds and leaking confidential information about a tender process, all of which he denied.
Key Facts
- Ibhais described surveillance of journalists covering the World Cup.
- He was accused of bribery, misuse of funds and leaking tender info.
- He denied all charges as retaliation.
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