Allegations that a pro‑Qatar campaign in Israel has sought to influence the country’s upcoming elections have prompted a sharp rebuttal from the Qatari government. A spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said the claims were “disinformation” and denied any attempt to interfere in Israel’s democratic process.
The accusations stem from a series of social‑media posts and statements by a small group of Israeli politicians and activists who say that Qatar has been funding or coordinating a campaign aimed at swaying voters. They argue that the campaign is part of a broader effort to undermine Israel’s political stability.
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, speaking on behalf of the state, rejected the allegations outright. “There is no evidence that Qatar has interfered in the elections of any sovereign nation,” the spokesman said, adding that the country “does not engage in political interference abroad.”
The dispute comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Qatar, which have historically maintained a strained relationship. While the two countries share a border with the Gaza Strip, diplomatic ties remain limited, and any suggestion of political meddling has been met with suspicion.
As the Israeli election cycle continues, officials on both sides have called for transparency and adherence to democratic norms. The Qatari statement underscores the country’s position that it will not be involved in the internal politics of other states, despite the ongoing allegations from a handful of Israeli figures.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
