Gaza War Criminal Accusation
Qatar Prime Minister Labels Netanyahu a War Criminal Over Gaza Military Campaign
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Al Thani said that since the October 2025 ceasefire took effect, more than 1,400 Palestinians had been killed and Israeli forces occupied nearly 70% of Gaza, which he said showed Israel was not meeting its commitments.
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Al Thani said Qatar approached Israeli officials on the first day of the Gaza war with a proposal to secure the release of all Israeli civilian captives, but Israel rejected it, saying they should be released without any exchange.
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Al Thani said Qatar transferred $30 million a month to pay for gas and assist poor families, and claimed Israel approved the transfers and administered the money; he also said Qatar ensured the funds reached their intended recipients.
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For de-escalation between the United States and Iran, Al Thani outlined three priorities: a nuclear agreement acceptable to Washington and the International Atomic Energy Agency that preserves Iran’s right to peaceful energy and lifts sanctions; internationally governed arrangements for navigation through the Strait of Hormuz; and reforms to regional security arrangements.
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "war criminal" on Monday, accusing Israel of committing war crimes in Gaza that cannot be justified despite Hamas's October 7 attack Doha News. Al Thani said Khaama Press that since a ceasefire took effect in October 2025, more than 1,400 Palestinians have been killed and Israeli forces now occupy nearly 70% of Gaza, evidence he claims shows Israel is breaking its commitments.
Al Thani Rejects Israel's Response as Unjustified
The Qatari leader acknowledged that Hamas's October 7 attack was wrong but argued it does not excuse Israel's military campaign Middle East Monitor. He pointed to civilian deaths and destruction of hospitals and schools as evidence of war crimes. "There is no justification" for Israel's response, Al Thani stated, calling for accountability for those responsible.
Qatar's Early Peace Proposal Rejected by Israel
Al Thani revealed that Qatar approached Israeli officials on the first day of the Gaza war with a proposal to secure the release of all Israeli civilian captives Doha News. Israel rejected the offer, insisting the hostages be freed without any exchange required. The Prime Minister said Qatar is continuing diplomatic efforts despite this setback and blamed Netanyahu's government of sabotaging Doha's mediation work.
Al Thani Defends Qatar's Financial Assistance to Gaza
Qatar's PM denied allegations that Doha financed Hamas's military operations, saying all Qatari engagement and aid were coordinated with the United States Hashtag.al. He claimed Qatar transferred $30 million monthly to pay for gas and help poor families, with Israel's knowledge and approval. Al Thani said Israel administered the money and that Qatar ensured funds reached their intended recipients. Some reports have alleged certain Qatari funds meant for humanitarian aid were diverted to Hamas, contradicting his account.
Qatar Pursues US-Iran De-escalation on Three Fronts
Looking beyond Gaza, Al Thani outlined three priorities for reducing US-Iran tensions Newswav. First, he called for a nuclear agreement acceptable to Washington and the International Atomic Energy Agency that preserves Iran's right to peaceful energy and lifts sanctions. Second, he wants internationally governed arrangements protecting navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Third, he seeks reforms to regional security agreements. Qatar plans to continue mediation involving the United States and Iran on these issues.
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