"Not Loyal to Any Side": What Qatar Really Tried to Achieve in the Israeli Elections | Listen

The "On This" podcast by Israel Hayom examines suspicions of Qatari interference in Israeli elections. Dr. Ariel Admoni, a Qatar expert, explains that Doha operates on a "bet on two horses" strategy—cultivating ties with rival camps simultaneously, while maintaining a foothold in Gaza and relations with Iran, Turkey, and Indonesia.

An episode of the "On This" podcast by Israel Hayom examines suspicions of Qatari interference in Israeli elections, allegedly using funds to influence the voting of Arab parties. Investigative reporter Itai Ilanai speaks with Dr. Ariel Admoni, a Qatar expert from the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security, who analyzes Doha's interests in the Israeli arena, Gaza, and the region. Admoni argues that Qatar operates on a "bet on two horses" strategy—cultivating ties with rival camps simultaneously, while maintaining a foothold in Gaza's reconstruction through the Qatari committee. According to him, Qatar is not loyal to any side and its alliances are utilitarian, including ties with Iran, Turkey, Pakistan, and Indonesia, alongside preserving its role as a mediator with the United States.