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  (L-R): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and aide Eli Feldstein

Investigation into Netanyahu's Qatargate affair must run its course

While the country feels as though it is on the brink of civil war, an investigation such as this would give the public good reason to trust leadership.

  (L-R) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar over the flag of Qatar

Shin Bet chief: Netanyahu obstructing Qatargate probe, harmed hostage talks

Ronen Bar in explosive letter: Netanyahu is acting out of foreign motives • Israeli cabinet convenes to vote on removal of Shin Bet chief

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Who is Jay Footlik, the US lobbyist in 'Qatargate?'

After being put into the spotlight recently, questions are raised about who Footlik is and what his background is. 

20/03/2025

Ousting Shin Bet chief: Netanyahu's maneuver to avoid scrutiny over October 7

This is his attempt to put all of the blame on the IDF and Shin Bet without anyone looking seriously into his role. If he is never probed, it will be difficult to learn how to avoid another disaster.

 Eli Feldstein, a suspect in Qatargate, arrives at the Tel Aviv District Court, March 11, 2025

‘Qatargate’: Businessman admits passing funds from Qatar lobbyist to Feldstein

Israeli Businessman Gil Birger admitted that he had transferred funds from a Qatari lobbyist to a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's media team.

 Smoke rises after an Israeli air strike in Gaza city, March 18, 2025.

European and Middle East countries condemn Israeli strikes on Gaza

Countries across Europe and the Middle East condemned Israel's resumption of airstrikes on the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, urging a return to ceasefire negotiations.

18/03/2025

Firing the Shin Bet chief is part of Netanyahu's dangerous distraction tactics

The move marked an unprecedented standoff between the country’s political leadership and its top security agency, raising the possibility of a constitutional crisis.

PM’s showdown with Shin Bet: A risky move during wartime

As Netanyahu moves to oust Ronen Bar, the Shin Bet chief pushes back, vowing to stay until key investigations, including 'Qatargate,' are completed.

16/03/2025
 Ronen Bar, the head of Shin Bet, attends a ceremony marking Memorial Day for fallen soldiers

Shin Bet Chief to PM: I'll step down, but not yet

Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar pushes back against Netanyahu’s dismissal, vowing to stay until progress is made on hostages and the Qatargate probe.

Netanyahu to hold consultations as Hamas officials say Gaza talks have 'failed'

Talks continued throughout the weekend as a Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Khayya visited Cairo for updates on the negotiations in Qatar.

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