Staff Reports
In a recent exclusive interview with Breitbart News, a senior Qatari official praised former President Donald Trump’s contributions toward achieving peace in the Middle East. Dr. Majed bin Mohammed al-Ansari, the spokesperson for Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, made it clear that Trump’s decisive actions during his presidency have laid the groundwork for the current ceasefire discussions in Gaza. As Trump prepares to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this endorsement from a government official in Qatar appears almost like a diplomatic cheerleading session, urging the former president to keep pushing for peace.
Al-Ansari highlighted the importance of Trump’s appointment of Steve Witkoff to oversee negotiations, emphasizing that it was Trump’s strong stance that reignited hope for a ceasefire, an achievement his successor in office, President Joe Biden, had failed to secure. According to al-Ansari, Trump’s insistence that a deal be in place before he took office revitalized negotiations, leading to significant momentum in the talks. It is a fair assumption that the Qatari officials view Trump as a beacon of assertive diplomacy, in stark contrast to what they perceive as the previous administration’s lethargic approach.
While the negotiations are currently on hold pending Trump’s meeting with Netanyahu, al-Ansari made it clear that Qatar expects Netanyahu to dispatch his negotiation team to Doha immediately upon his return from Washington. The real action, as they say, is still on the horizon, but the Qataris seem to be banking heavily on Trump’s reassurances to get the ball rolling again. It’s fascinating to witness a nation whose government often takes flak for funding Hamas now elbowing its way into the spotlight as a “firefighter” for peace, all while navigating the politics of the region.
EXCLUSIVE — ‘We are Counting on Trump’: Senior Qatari Official Says ‘We Want the Middle East to Be Great Again,‘ Trump‘s Push for Peace Critical https://t.co/DEyG35ShD9 via @BreitbartNews
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As for the naysayers, particularly those like the Israeli ambassador who scold Qatar for dual funding, al-Ansari didn’t mince words. He vehemently defended his country’s role, asserting that Qatar is indeed “saving lives” by facilitating peace talks rather than exacerbating conflicts. This rhetoric not only underscores Qatar’s ambitions but also positions it as a key player in the geopolitical chess game of Middle Eastern diplomacy. Al-Ansari’s counterattack signals that Qatar is not about to be pushed around despite being under the microscope regarding its financial support to Gaza.
Looking ahead, al-Ansari painted a picture of a Middle East that could be “great again,” echoing Trump’s own campaign slogan. He contended that under Trump’s leadership, there is a chance for broader peace agreements reminiscent of the Abraham Accords. Qatar envisions itself functioning as a center for mediation and negotiations, suggesting that their alignment with Trump could position them to play a crucial role in forging lasting peace in various regional conflicts. It seems that even countries that often seem at odds with American interests are ready to rally behind a leader they believe can actually get things done, proving once again that pragmatism often trumps politics on the international stage.
