Netanyahu adviser asked ChatGPT to help improve Qatar's image among Israelis, Jews worldwide
According to an N12 report, Yonatan Urich requested three separate messaging frameworks targeting Israeli citizens, Jewish communities around the world, and influential figures in the United States.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's adviser, Yonatan Urich, sought assistance from ChatGPT to enhance Qatar's public image among Israelis and Jews worldwide, according to Channel 12. Urich was interrogated as part of the ongoing "Qatargate" investigation, which involves allegations of illicit payments from Qatari-linked sources to promote pro-Qatari messaging in Israel.
These offenses include bribery, contact with a foreign agent, and money laundering. During his interrogation, Urich requested ChatGPT to generate messaging strategies to bolster Qatar's image, specifically targeting Israeli citizens, Jewish communities across the globe, and influential individuals in the United States. Despite being confronted with these requests, Urich denied any intention to advance Qatar's interests, stating he had asked ChatGPT about various topics but could not recall his specific inquiries.
Urich further claimed he had not acted on behalf of Qatar in Israel, either through media, public, or prime minister interactions. Critics, including Yashar chairman Gadi Eisenkot and former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, have harshly condemned Netanyahu for not removing Urich from his inner circle, describing the affair as an "influence operation" and the "most serious treason scandal" in Israel's history.
Written by urgent.news from Jerusalem Post's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
