On September 9, Israel carried out a “precision strike” against senior members of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) in Doha, Qatar. This was strongly condemned by numerous countries and regional organizations, who called the move a serious violation of international law, a blatant infringement of Qatar’s sovereignty, a blow to peacemaking efforts, and a threat to regional security and stability.
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement strongly condemning Israel’s attack on the residences of Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar. The statement called the Israeli action a violation of international law and a serious threat to the safety of Qatari residents. The statement emphasized that Qatar will not tolerate Israel’s actions against Qatar’s sovereignty and national security, or its continued destabilization of the region. Qatar is currently conducting a “high-level investigation” into the attack.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, in a statement released through the official Palestinian news agency, condemned the Israeli military attack on Qatar, calling it a “barbaric act” and a blatant violation of international law. He also called it an act of escalation and a serious threat to regional security and stability. Abbas reiterated that the only way to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is through a just and comprehensive peace.
Hamas issued a statement strongly condemning the Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, that attempted to assassinate the leader of the Hamas negotiating delegation, calling it a “heinous crime” and a “blatant violation of international law.” The statement noted that the attack not only attacked Qatar’s sovereignty but also undermined the important role played by Qatar and Egypt in mediating a ceasefire and personnel exchanges between Israel and Palestine, further exposing the possibility that the Israeli government would deliberately sabotage any agreement.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a statement strongly condemning the Israeli attack on Doha, the capital of Qatar. He called the Israeli attack a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and called on all parties to work together for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
The European Union issued a statement saying that the Israeli airstrike against Hamas leaders in Doha violated international law, undermined Qatar’s territorial integrity, and could further escalate violence in the region.
Arab League Secretary-General Abdel Fattah al-Gatt strongly condemned the Israeli attack and reiterated the League’s full support for Qatar in opposing this Israeli aggression.
A spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry called Israel’s action a continuation of the regime’s crimes in violation of international norms. It violated Qatar’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity and was an attack on Palestinian negotiators. Baghaei stated that Iran is closely monitoring developments and believes Israel’s criminal actions should arouse the attention and vigilance of regional and international countries.
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman called Qatari Emir Tamim. The Crown Prince reiterated Saudi Arabia’s full support for Qatar and condemned Israel’s blatant attack on Qatar, calling it a criminal act and a flagrant violation of international law and norms.
A spokesperson for the Egyptian presidency issued a statement strongly condemning Israel’s aggressive actions against Qatar that day. The statement called Israel’s actions a “dangerous precedent.” Israel’s aggressive actions clearly demonstrate its deliberate intention to undermine any opportunity to de-escalate the situation and reach a ceasefire agreement.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on its website strongly condemning Israel’s attack on a Hamas delegation participating in ceasefire negotiations in Qatar. The statement noted that Israel’s attack on Hamas negotiators while ceasefire talks in Gaza were ongoing clearly demonstrated its goal was not to promote peace but to continue the war.
The Lebanese government strongly condemned the Israeli attack on Qatar on the 9th, calling it a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and a violation of international law and norms.
UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan condemned the Israeli attack on Qatar that day, calling it a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty, a serious violation of international law and the UN Charter, and an irresponsible escalation that threatens regional and international security and stability.
The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Jordan firmly opposes and strongly condemns this unacceptable attack, stating that it constitutes a serious violation of the sovereignty of Arab states and a dangerous and provocative escalation that will inevitably exacerbate regional violence and conflict and threaten regional and international security and stability. Jordanian King Abdullah II spoke by phone with Qatari Emir Tamim. Abdullah II stated that Qatar’s security is Jordan’s security and stressed Jordan’s firm opposition to any actions that endanger Qatar’s security, stability, and sovereignty.
The Yemeni Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement strongly condemning the Israeli attack on Doha, the capital of Qatar. The statement stated that Israel’s aggression is a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and a serious violation of international law and the UN Charter. It also undermines regional and international efforts to end the war against the Palestinian people and creates obstacles to the peace process towards a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue.
