Qatar Denies Israeli PM Netanyahu's Accusations of Propaganda
Summary
Qatar has rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accusations at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, saying the remarks are an attempt to deflect attention from Israel’s actions in the occupied Palestinian territories. Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesperson said the claims about an influence campaign were baseless and urged Israeli leaders to change their policies and comply with international law.
Key Points
- Qatar denied Benjamin Netanyahu’s claim that it was running an influence campaign against Israel.
- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari said the accusations were meant to divert attention from Israel’s actions in the occupied Palestinian territories.
- Qatar said shifting global public opinion, especially among young people, reflects direct awareness of events in the Palestinian territories.
- Netanyahu also accused Qatar and Turkey of spreading lies against Israel and criticized Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
