The International Media Office of Qatar responded to The Wall Street Journal’s claims, stating they are baseless and lack verification. Qatar has historically supported the Palestinian Authority as a significant donor. The statement criticized the reporting standards of the article’s authors for neglecting proper journalistic practices, asserting that they fail to meet professional expectations.
The International Media Office (IMO) of the State of Qatar has issued a formal statement addressing allegations made by The Wall Street Journal. The IMO characterized these claims about Qatar’s supposed opposition to the invitation of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to a recent Arab summit as baseless and irresponsible. They emphasized that these accusations stem from hearsay and insufficiently sourced information from former officials, lacking verification from involved parties.
Moreover, the IMO highlighted Qatar’s longstanding role as a significant donor to the Palestinian Authority, emphasizing their collaborative efforts on numerous initiatives over the years. This history of cooperation contradicts the allegations reported by The Wall Street Journal.
The statement further criticized the reporting standards of the article’s authors, indicating that this is not the first instance of unverified accusations reported without adherence to proper journalistic practices. The IMO expressed disappointment in the level of professionalism exhibited by The Wall Street Journal in such matters.
In summary, the International Media Office of Qatar firmly counters the claims made by The Wall Street Journal regarding Qatar’s alleged position on Palestinian leadership invitations. The statement affirms Qatar’s commitment as a donor to the Palestinian Authority and criticizes the reporting as unprofessional and based on unverified sources. Such actions undermine the credibility expected from reputable publications.
Original Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
