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How Tiny Qatar Became a Global Player

In the Room with Peter Bergen

CHAPTER

Qatar's Role as a Global Mediator

The chapter explores Qatar's strategic decisions to become a global player through mediation efforts, particularly in dealing with conflicts like the Gaza War, and negotiations with groups like Hamas and the Taliban. It discusses Qatar's nuanced approach towards political Islam, their resilience in overcoming a major blockade, and their unique foreign policy driven by national interests. The chapter raises questions about Qatar's alignment with groups like the Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas, and the balance between maintaining neutrality and facing reputational challenges.

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