Qatar Tightens on Hamas as Turkey Prepares to Host Its Leaders
Qatar announced a clampdown on Hamas leaders' movements, requiring prior approval for any official meeting, prompting the group to consider relocating its leadership to Turkey.
Qatari Restrictions
Qatari authorities, critical of Khalil al-Hayya’s election as an Iranian proxy, have imposed strict controls on Hamas’s meetings and communications within Doha, reflecting a growing rift.
A source close to the Turkish Foreign Ministry noted that Western states, concerned about Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, may back Ankara if it becomes a new negotiation platform.
Turkey’s Diplomatic Role
Turkey maintains close ties with Hamas and praises the group’s resilience, yet it does not recognize a permanent Hamas presence on its soil, describing its involvement as "humanitarian diplomacy" practiced for years.
Nevertheless, Turkish hospitality does not win over the Israeli leadership, which rejects any Turkish mediation in the Gaza peace process.
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