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Israeli Politician Proposes Designating Qatar as Enemy State Due to Hamas Funding
Jul 27, 2026 08:03 AM CT
Jerusalem, Israel
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Summary
Israeli politician Naftali Bennett stated that a future Israeli government would declare Qatar an enemy state, citing its financial support for Hamas. This political posturing highlights the ongoing tension regarding Qatar's role as a mediator and financier in the Gaza conflict, potentially impacting future diplomatic negotiations and regional alliances.
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According to Bennett, Qatar is a leading financier of Islamist terrorism, particularly of Hamas, whose hands are stained with the "blood of many Israelis."
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Politician Naftali Bennett called for designating Qatar as an enemy state due to its alleged financing of Hamas.