Qatar Charity Welcomes Dismissal of All US Lawsuits

Doha, November 02 (QNA) - Qatar Charity welcomed the dismissal of all lawsuits filed against it in the United States, reaffirming the organization’s integrity, transparency, and strict adherence to international humanitarian and financial standards.

In recent years, several unfounded lawsuits were filed in US courts against Qatar Charity, alleging that the organization supported extremist groups in Syria and Palestine.

All cases have since been dismissed, including one that was withdrawn by the plaintiffs after it emerged that the evidence presented had been doctored.

In that particular case, Qatar Charity has since initiated legal proceedings in the United States to identify those responsible for falsifying the evidence.

The U.S. courts have authorized the start of a discovery process.

Qatar Charity stated that these outcomes reflect its unwavering commitment to humanitarian neutrality and transparency, in line with its long-standing partnerships with the United Nations, international NGOs, and government institutions worldwide.

"We welcome the court decisions and reaffirm our commitment to humanitarian principles and accountability," said Yousef AlKuwari, Chief Executive Officer.

"Our focus has always been on delivering life-saving aid to those in need, and ensuring that humanitarian action remains independent of political agendas."

With these cases now concluded, the organization expressed growing concern over the rise of "lawfare": the use of legal mechanisms and lawsuits to restrict, stigmatize, or intimidate humanitarian organizations, particularly those working in Palestine and other politically sensitive contexts.

Such tactics, Qatar Charity warned, divert resources, discourage partnerships, and impede the delivery of urgent humanitarian assistance to civilians.

In the wake of the recent ceasefire in Gaza, this phenomenon threatens to slow the reconstruction and recovery process at a time when needs are greatest.

"Humanitarian work must never be criminalized or politicized," added Al Kuwari. "The international community has a moral responsibility to protect aid organizations from targeted campaigns that weaponize the law against humanitarian assistance.

The victims of such tactics are not institutions, but the millions of families awaiting aid and recovery."

Qatar Charity operates under a robust system of governance, due diligence, and compliance, including financial audits, anti-terror financing safeguards, and partnership vetting aligned with international humanitarian standards.

The organization continues to work closely with United Nations agencies, government donors, and international networks such as the CHS Alliance, the Start Network, and BOND to strengthen the collective accountability of the humanitarian sector.

As reconstruction efforts in Gaza and other crisis regions intensify, Qatar Charity calls upon international actors, regulators, and financial institutions to uphold humanitarian neutrality and depoliticize the flow of aid.

Ensuring an enabling environment for NGOs to operate safely and independently is essential for effective humanitarian response and sustainable recovery.

"Aid must reach people based on need alone," concluded Al Kuwari. "The principles of humanity and impartiality must rise above politics, especially in times when lives depend on them". 

 

Source: QNA