Netanyahu Takes Full Responsibility for Independent Israel Strike on Hamas in Doha

Israel conducted a targeted airstrike in Doha, Qatar, against senior Hamas leaders responsible for the October 7 attacks, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirming it was a wholly independent Israeli operation. The strike, overseen by IDF Chief of Staff and the Air Force commander, aimed to eliminate Hamas officials who were reportedly meeting to discuss a U.S. President Donald Trump-hosted hostage deal. Israeli officials emphasized the precision of the operation and stated there would be no immunity for terrorists, with government leaders praising the action as historic and necessary. Qatar condemned the attack as a violation of international law and a threat to civilians, while Iran also denounced it as a gross violation. The U.S. Embassy in Qatar issued a shelter-in-place advisory amid the attack, but the U.S. government had yet to comment. This strike represents a significant escalation in Israel's campaign to dismantle Hamas's leadership infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.