Al Jazeera Forum

The Al Jazeera Forum, a three-day event held in Doha, Qatar in February 2026, served as a platform for discussing the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly the situation in Gaza, and its broader impact on global geopolitics. The forum gained prominence due to the participation of key figures, including Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Recent discussions centered on Israel's actions in Gaza, described by some participants as a 'genocide,' and the implications for regional and international stability. Meshaal rejected calls for Hamas to disarm, emphasizing the right to resistance against occupation. Araghchi criticized the perceived double standards regarding Israel's military expansion compared to other nations in the region. The forum highlights the international concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the ongoing Israeli occupation, and the potential for the conflict to destabilize the global order.