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Energy Minister Eli Cohen testifies to police over Qatargate affair
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Energy Minister Eli Cohen spoke to Israel Police interrogators today about the ongoing Qatargate probe, according to Hebrew media reports.
Cohen — the former foreign minister — reportedly spoke to police for less than 15 minutes in his office. He was asked about his connection to US lobbyist Jay Footlik — whom police issued a warrant for yesterday in connection with the case.
Yesterday, Opposition Leader Yair Lapid was also questioned by police in connection with the case.
The Qatargate affair revolves primarily around suspicions that top Netanyahu aide Jonatan Urich and spokesman Eli Feldstein committed multiple offenses tied to their alleged work for a pro-Qatar lobbying firm, including contact with a foreign agent and a series of corrupt actions involving lobbyists and businessmen, while working for the prime minister.
The Times of Israel Community.