Israeli authorities are investigating reports that Qatar paid around ten million dollars to security veterans and associates of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a two and a half year period. The payments are linked to 'Lighthouse,' an influence campaign launched ahead of the Qatar World Cup, which aimed to improve Qatar's image globally, especially within Jewish communities. The campaign reportedly used avatars and virtual influencers on social media to promote Qatar as a peace-seeking nation. The probe is based on financial tracking by police and the national anti-money laundering authority.