Qatar Charity welcomes dismissal of US lawsuits

Qatar Charity has welcomed the dismissal of all lawsuits filed against it in the United States, saying the rulings affirm its commitment to integrity, transparency, and international humanitarian standards.

In a statement on Sunday, the organisation confirmed that several cases previously brought before US courts, which accused it of supporting "extremist groups" in Syria and Palestine, had now been dropped.

This included a lawsuit withdrawn by the plaintiffs themselves after evidence presented was found to be fabricated.

Qatar Charity said it had initiated legal proceedings in the United States "to identify those responsible for falsifying the evidence", noting that American courts had approved the start of disclosure and investigation measures.

"These outcomes reflect our unwavering commitment to neutrality and transparency in humanitarian work," the organisation said, adding that its operations remain in line with long-term partnerships with the United Nations, international NGOs, and government institutions worldwide.

Yousef Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, said in press remarks: "We welcome the court decisions and reaffirm our commitment to humanitarian principles and accountability. We always focus on delivering life-saving aid to those in need and ensuring that humanitarian work remains independent from political agendas."

Al-Kuwari expressed concern over what he called "the increasing misuse of legal processes and the use of litigation to defame or intimidate humanitarian organisations, particularly those working in Palestine and other politically sensitive regions".

He warned that such actions "drain resources, discourage partnerships, and obstruct the delivery of urgent aid to civilians".

"In light of the recent truce in Gaza," Al-Kuwari added, "this phenomenon threatens to slow reconstruction and recovery efforts at a time when humanitarian needs are rising".

"Humanitarian work should never be criminalised or politicised," he said. "The international community bears a moral responsibility to protect relief organisations from targeted campaigns that weaponise the law against humanitarian aid. The real victims of such practices are not the institutions, but the millions of families waiting for assistance and recovery efforts."

"Aid must reach people solely based on need. The principles of humanity and neutrality must rise above politics, especially when lives depend on such assistance," he concluded.

Qatar Charity called on international actors, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions to maintain neutrality in humanitarian work and to avoid allowing aid distribution to become subject to political agendas.

It said that ensuring a "safe and enabling environment" for humanitarian organisations is a prerequisite for effective crisis response and sustainable recovery.

The organisation added that it operates under a "strong framework of governance, auditing, and compliance", including financial reviews, counter-terrorism financing controls, and partnership verification mechanisms aligned with international humanitarian standards.

It continues to cooperate with UN agencies, government donors, and international networks.