In the face of Israeli threats, the city of Doha has transformed into “Fort Doha,” a diplomatic fortress made impregnable by an emergency Arab-Islamic summit. This gathering has served as Qatar’s ultimate defense, shielding the nation from the fallout of a military strike and a hostile political ultimatum.
The siege began with an Israeli attack and subsequent demands from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which aimed to isolate and breach Qatar’s defenses. Instead of hunkering down alone, Qatar’s leadership threw open the gates to its allies. The summit filled the fortress with a powerful army of diplomats and political leaders, creating a unified front that was impossible to penetrate.
The walls of Fort Doha were reinforced by multiple layers of support. The main structure was built on the collective political will of the Arab League and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Key towers and battlements were manned by regional allies like the UAE. The entire fortress was given overhead cover by the U.S. criticism of Israel’s actions.
Secure within these diplomatic fortifications, Qatar has been able to launch its own volleys, defiantly accusing Israel of “state terrorism.” The event has showcased how a diplomatic gathering can be turned into an impregnable defense.
Fort Doha: How a Summit Became Qatar’s Impregnable Defense
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