President al - Sisi acknowledged Al Qaeda case had been a disaster for Egypt . But in recent months , the Qataris have quietly distanced themselves from prominent Brotherhood figures . Egypt 's traditional enemies were openly appalled by the charges against the journalists . Many thought they were involved in negotiations between al - Sisi and Qatar , which funds Al Jazeera .
President al - Sisi acknowledged Al Qaeda case had been a disaster for Egypt . Egypt 's traditional enemies were openly appalled by the charges against the journalists . Many thought they were involved in negotiations between al - Sisi and Qatar , which funds Al Jazeera .