India, Dec. 8 -- Tucker Carlson, the US right-wing media figure, declared on Sunday his intention to acquire property in Qatar. He, however, dismissed allegations of having received funds from the Gulf nation.

During an interview with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Carlson, who has been parting ways from core MAGA values, said: "I have been criticised as being a tool of Qatar... I've never taken anything from your country and don't plan to. I am, however, tomorrow, buying a place in Qatar."

The former Fox News host further clarified that he appreciates the location due to its aesthetic appeal and not because he is promoting any agenda.

"I'm doing that because I like the city, I think it's beautiful, but...