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Netanyahu's Advisers Under House Arrest in Qatargate Scandal

4/4/2025

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In a dramatic turn of events, an Israeli court has placed Prime Minister Netanyahu's advisers, Jonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein, under house arrest due to the unfolding "Qatargate" scandal. Accused of accepting funds to enhance Qatar's reputation, their ties to a lobbying firm are under scrutiny, prompting investigations that threaten the integrity of press freedom as journalists are also questioned.

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In a dramatic turn of events, an Israeli court has placed Prime Minister Netanyahu's advisers, Jonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein, under house arrest due to the unfolding "Qatargate" scandal. Accused of accepting funds to enhance Qatar's reputation, their ties to a lobbying firm are under scrutiny, prompting investigations that threaten the integrity of press freedom as journalists are also questioned.