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Qatar's Destructive Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Israeli political scientist Einat Wilf accuses Qatar of supporting Hamas and undermining Israel, advocating for stronger action against Qatar's influence and role in the hostage situation.

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What mistake does Wilf believe Israel made in its dealings with Qatar?: Wilf asserts that Israel made a mistake in believing that Qatar's willingness to negotiate meant friendship. She argues that Israel should have recognized Qatar as an enemy state and prevented their support of Hamas.
What are the parallels Wilf draws between UNRWA and Qatar's role in the conflict?: Wilf draws parallels between her work on UNRWA and her criticism of Qatar, arguing that Israel's legitimization of both entities has enabled them to act against Israel's interests. She suggests mobilizing public opinion and using diplomatic pressure to counter Qatar's influence.
What is Wilf's stance on the negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas?: Wilf strongly condemns the negotiation of hostages' release, arguing that Israel and the US should have put maximum pressure on Qatar to cut ties with Hamas instead of accepting its role as a mediator. She believes that prioritizing negotiations legitimizes Hamas' actions.
How does Einat Wilf describe the role of Al Jazeera in Qatar's strategy against Israel?: Wilf criticizes Al Jazeera, Qatar's state-owned media outlet, for its antisemitic content and its disproportionate influence in Western media. She argues that Al Jazeera's antisemitism is a deliberate strategy to undermine Israel.
What is Einat Wilf's main accusation against Qatar regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?: Einat Wilf accuses Qatar of supporting Hamas, providing them with resources to build their army, and undermining Israel's existence. She believes Qatar's actions prevent Hamas from facing consequences for their actions and destabilize the region.

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