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Original Claim

Qatari security forces patrol the streets of PARIS. Macron’s government has invited Qatari forces into the city to provide additional security for the Paris Olympics. Qatar has funneled $1.8 billion to Hamas-run Gaza and houses its leader in Doha.

3 months ago

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The claims made in the text are as follows: Qatari security forces are patrolling the streets of Paris, Macron’s government has invited Qatari forces to provide additional security for the Paris Olympics, and Qatar has funneled $1.8 billion to Hamas-run Gaza and houses its leader in Doha. Firstly, it is confirmed that Qatari security forces are indeed present in Paris as part of a broader international security collaboration for the Paris Olympics. Reports from Le Monde and BBC indicate that Qatari forces are assisting French authorities, although their presence has sparked some controversy. Secondly, regarding the financial support to Hamas, multiple sources, including DW and FDD, confirm that Qatar has provided significant financial aid to Gaza, estimated at $1.8 billion. Lastly, it is well-documented that senior Hamas leaders, including Ismail Haniyeh, reside in Doha, as reported by Reuters and NPR. Therefore, the claims about Qatari security forces in Paris, financial support to Hamas, and housing Hamas leaders in Doha are substantiated by multiple sources.