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Countries Israel and US utilize religious discourse in opposition to Palestinian pro-statehood measures

Western discourse based on 'Judeo-Christian values' intended to garner sympathy, yet potentially fuels antisemitism and Islamophobia, analysts warn.

Nations utilize sacred speech to counteract Palestinian statehood innovations, backed by Israel and...
Nations utilize sacred speech to counteract Palestinian statehood innovations, backed by Israel and the United States.

Countries Israel and US utilize religious discourse in opposition to Palestinian pro-statehood measures

The Arab-Islamic summit held in Doha has issued a communique expressing opposition to Israel's air strikes on Qatar and condemning the country's rhetoric and actions. The gathering, comprising Muslim leaders and countries, is a response to recent events, particularly Israel's airstrikes on Hamas targets in Doha on September 9, 2025.

The communique specifically mentions Israeli rhetoric as a problem, particularly its promotion of Islamophobia. It strongly condemns the use of Islamophobia to justify Israeli violations of international law. The statement also addresses Israeli policies outside international law.

Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has been vocal about the challenges his country faces, stating in an interview with the Jerusalem Post that radical Muslim minorities influencing European policy and investments made by hostile countries like Qatar pose significant threats. Netanyahu's statements imply that Qatar and China are involved in an economic blockade against Israel, including a media blockade.

According to Netanyahu, the economic blockade includes substantial amounts of money funded by Qatar and China, leading to a media blockade on Israel. He further claimed that this blockade is one of the challenges his country faces.

The communique from the Arab-Islamic summit in Doha is a firm rejection of Israeli rhetoric that promotes Islamophobia. It is a clear statement of the summit's opposition to Israeli actions, particularly the air strikes on Qatar, and its stance on the promotion of peace and international law.

The events in Doha and the subsequent communique from the Arab-Islamic summit highlight the ongoing tension between Israel and its neighbours, particularly in the Middle East, and the importance of diplomatic dialogue in resolving conflicts.

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