Israel’s military claimed responsibility for conducting a “precise strike” targeting Hamas senior leaders, following reports of explosions and smoke in Qatar’s capital Doha.
The Israeli military statement did not specify the location of the strike but said “measures were taken in order to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and additional intelligence.”
Hamas officials confirmed the organisation’s negotiating delegation was targeted during a meeting in Doha, according to the BBC.
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Israeli military describes operation as “precise strike” against senior officials
Qatar’s foreign ministry condemned the attack “in the strongest possible terms” after Israel acknowledged responsibility. Foreign ministry spokesperson Dr Majed Al Ansari said the strike hit residential premises “where a number of members of Hamas’ political bureau reside in the Qatari capital, Doha.”
AFP and Reuters reported explosions and visible smoke rising above the Qatari capital. The timing and scale of the operation remain under investigation by local authorities.
Qatar condemns attack on residential premises housing political bureau
Al Ansari described the attack as a “flagrant violation” of international laws and a “serious threat” to those in Qatar. The foreign ministry statement concluded: “The State of Qatar strongly condemns this attack, and affirms that it will not tolerate this reckless Israeli behaviour and the continuous tampering with the security of the region and any action aimed at its security and sovereignty.”
Qatar has historically served as a mediator in regional conflicts whilst hosting various diplomatic negotiations. The emirate maintains complex relationships with multiple regional actors as part of its diplomatic role.
No immediate casualty reports or damage assessments have been released by Qatari authorities regarding the reported strike.
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