Qatar 'reconsiders' mediation role in Israel-Hamas war as Prime Minister claims his country was 'exploited' by leaders while overseeing hostage negotiations
by Daily Mail
Daily Mail— Israeli PM criticised Qatar and threatened to shutter Qatar-owned Al Jazeera. Qatar has been a key intermediary during the war, along with US and Egypt. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdurrahman Al Thani said there were 'limits' to the role
Los Angeles Times—Qatar's mediation efforts in Israel-Hamas war come under fire. When U.S. officials needed to negotiate with the Taliban to bring an end to the Afghanistan war, they turned to Qatar. With Russia continuing its campaign in Ukraine, Qatar has become the main facilitator for what little communication there is between the two sides. In past years, this tiny desert nation has captured outsize attention largely because of the splashy real estate projects it bankrolls with proceeds from the world’s largest gas field. It’s also home to one of the United States’ most...
www.khaama.com—Qatar: Hamas to remain in Doha if 'useful' for Gaza war mediation. Qatar announced on Tuesday, April 23rd, that while its efforts to mediate in the Gaza war continue, Doha has no plans to close the Hamas office in Qatar. Earlier reports had suggested the possibility of Hamas leaders leaving Qatar. Majid al-Ansari, spokesperson for the Qatari Foreign Ministry, said in a press conference: “As we have […]
BBC News—Israel Gaza war: Qatar reassessing its role in ceasefire talks. The gulf state's PM says it has been exploited and abused after trying to secure a ceasefire.