Shlomi Fogel, an associate of Netanyahu, has invested in Gaza using Qatari funds, calling for the isolation of the Palestinian Authority. His involvement includes a decade-long promotion of infrastructure projects in the Hamas-led region. Recent events have intensified scrutiny of his actions and their implications for stability in Gaza.

Billionaire Shlomi Fogel, known for his close ties to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, has engaged in substantial business activities with the Qatari government. He has supported Qatari financing in Gaza and has advocated for the isolation of the Palestinian Authority while promoting various infrastructure projects in the Hamas-controlled region for nearly a decade. Following recent escalations, particularly after October 7, his actions have gained renewed attention.

In July 2017, Fogel appeared at the Lahav 433 anti-corruption unit of the Israel Police to provide testimony connected to Case 3000, commonly referred to as the submarine affair. During informal discussions before his testimony, Fogel made comments that, in hindsight, seem particularly noteworthy and provocative, drawing attention to the complexities of his business dealings and their implications for regional stability.

Shlomi Fogel’s business dealings with Qatar illustrate a controversial intersection of private interests and geopolitical dynamics in Gaza. His efforts to isolate the Palestinian Authority and invest in Hamas-controlled projects reveal the intricate relationships that exist among billionaires, governments, and militant groups. The aftermath of October 7 has further complicated these dynamics, raising questions about the future of Gaza’s governance and the role of foreign investment in conflict regions.

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