Qatar rejects 'Israeli' reports alleging its aid to Hamas
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- Doha says aid was provided solely to Palestinian families through UN and 'Israeli'-coordinated channels.
- Qatar framed the claims as right-wing distraction tactics ahead of 'Israeli' elections.
- Doha affirmed it will continue humanitarian aid and ceasefire negotiations.
The International Media Office of the State of Qatar released an official statement on Friday, rejecting fabricated reports published in 'Israeli' media concerning the mechanisms and beneficiaries of Qatari humanitarian aid provided to the Gaza Strip.
The office explicitly denied allegations that funds were directed to Hamas, clarifying that Qatari support has consistently been funneled directly to Palestinian families to cover essential needs such as food, medicine, fuel, and electricity.
The statement noted that all financial and material aid passed through clear, transparent channels coordinated fully with the United Nations and relevant 'Israeli' authorities prior to entering the Gaza Strip.
Aid delivered through 'Israeli' channels
Qatar highlighted that its humanitarian assistance was delivered over the years with the full knowledge, approval, and security participation of successive 'Israeli' governments through documented frameworks.
The media office stressed that any funds reaching Hamas outside of these established, transparent mechanisms bear no connection to Qatar or its humanitarian programs.
The statement pointed out that Qatar has been subjected to a systematic smear campaign by pro-'Israel' media outlets, lobby groups, and research centers, which intensifies as 'Israeli' elections approach to divert public attention from domestic failures.
Asserting that Qatar does not interfere in 'Israel's' domestic affairs, the office rejected the political exploitation of its name for internal electoral gain.
The statement concluded by emphasizing that misleading campaigns will not deter Qatar from continuing its humanitarian support to the Palestinian people amid the catastrophic conditions in Gaza, while maintaining its mediation and diplomatic efforts to establish a lasting ceasefire and sustainable peace.
