Two suspects have been arrested in Israel as part of the investigation into the "Qatargate" case. They are to be questioned about possible contacts between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office and representatives of Qatar, the KAN agency reported on Monday.
Who were arrested?
According to police officials, the names of the detainees were not disclosed. However, according to a report by Israel's Channel 12, law enforcement agencies have detained Netanyahu's senior adviser Yonatan Urich and former press secretary Eli Feldstein.
According to the TV channel's sources, investigators are demanding that the detainees clarify the source of the money and whether they worked for Qatar. This situation could cause a major political conflict in the Israeli government.
Who is conducting the investigation?
The investigation into this case is being conducted by the Israeli police's "Lahav 433" national crime fighting unit and the General Security Service (SHABAK). Previously, the SHABAK was involved in investigating possible links between employees of the Israeli Prime Minister's Office and Qatari officials.
What is Qatar's involvement?
According to the Times of Israel, Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara decided to open an investigation after information was found that Eli Feldstein, previously accused of leaking classified documents of the Israel Defense Forces, worked for this country through an international firm hired by Qatar.
According to the publication, Feldstein participated in a Qatari-funded campaign and provided Israeli journalists with pro-Qatari materials.
World Cup and Netanyahu aides
There were also reports that Netanyahu aides Yonatan Urich and Israel Einhorn were conducting public relations in Qatar ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
Court bans disclosure of investigation details
An Israeli court has banned the disclosure of the details of the investigation to the public. So far, Netanyahu and his office have not made any official comments on the matter. However, this scandal is expected to cause a huge stir in Israeli political life.
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