Bennett accuses Qatar of funding October 7 massacre, 'worked to eliminate State of Israel'

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett accused Qatar of financing the October 7 massacre and conducting a decades-long campaign to undermine Israel, speaking in a Monday interview with 103FM. Bennett called for declaring Qatar an enemy state and criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's ties to Qatar. He also addressed his meeting with Shin Bet head Zini, foreign influence on social media, and the upcoming Netanyahu-Trump meeting.

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett accused Qatar of financing the October 7 massacre and conducting a decades-long campaign to undermine Israel, speaking in a Monday interview with 103FM. "Qatar financed the October 7 massacre. Qatar's hands are stained with the blood of those who were murdered and raped, of our hostages and our fallen," Bennett said. He claimed Qatar has systematically worked to eliminate Israel for 25 years through direct terrorism and influence operations, including gaining footholds in American universities. Bennett questioned why Prime Minister Netanyahu has not declared Qatar an enemy state, suggesting his office may be compromised. He also addressed his meeting with Shin Bet head Zini, stating Zini acted professionally and would remain if Bennett were elected. Bennett warned of foreign influence on social media and criticized the Netanyahu government's achievements regarding Iran, Qatar, and Gaza. He expressed support for the upcoming Netanyahu-Trump meeting but noted Israel is not being taken into account in regional decisions. Bennett also discussed potential cooperation with Gadi Eisenkot and other parties after the election.