Israel Strikes Hamas Leaders in Qatar Amid Regional Condemnation

Israel conducted a precise and targeted strike against Hamas leadership in Doha, Qatar, escalating tensions amid ongoing US-backed ceasefire talks in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took full responsibility for the operation, asserting it was aimed at individuals responsible for the October 7 attacks on Israeli civilians. The attack marks a rare direct military action in Qatar, a key regional mediator in the Israel-Hamas conflict, provoking strong international condemnation, including from Qatar, the United Nations, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the UAE, all citing violations of sovereignty and international law. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the Arab League condemned the strike, warning it undermines peace efforts and regional stability. Despite the backlash, the United States, led by President Donald Trump, continues to push a ceasefire proposal, though Hamas has criticized it as a humiliating surrender and is deliberating its response. The strike has intensified regional discord but has not halted ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict and secure hostage releases.