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BGTN > International > Officials say Israel Fires at Hamas in Qatar Major Escalation
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Officials say Israel Fires at Hamas in Qatar Major Escalation

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Last updated: September 10, 2025 4:09 pm
By BGTN Reporter
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On September 9, 2025, Israel launched an airstrike on Hamas leadership in Doha, Qatar, marking its first known attack inside the Gulf state. The strike targeted a residential compound in Doha’s Leqtaifiya district, where senior Hamas officials were reportedly meeting amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations.Reuters

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Who Was Targeted — And What Was the Result?International Outcry And U.S. ReactionImpact on Peace Talks and Regional StabilityBottom Line

Who Was Targeted — And What Was the Result?

The operation was aimed at Hamas’s top leadership including Khalil al-Hayya, the group’s exiled Gaza chief and lead negotiator. Despite the targeted nature of the operation, Hamas sources say most of its senior leadership survived. Casualties reportedly included the son of Khalil al-Hayya and a Qatari security officer.Reuters, AP News, The Washington Post

International Outcry And U.S. Reaction

The strike sparked intense global backlash:

  • Germany denounced it as “unacceptable,” warning it could derail ongoing efforts to release hostages and secure a ceasefire.Reuters
  • Russia condemned it as a “gross violation” of international law and Qatar’s sovereignty.Reuters
  • UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a violation of Qatari sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.The Guardian
  • Additional criticism came from the United Nations, the European Union, and various regional states, labelling the attack as a breach of international norms.ReutersThe Washington PostFinancial Times

Regarding U.S. response, President Trump expressed unhappiness with the strike and ordered aides to notify Qatar of the impending operation. However, the administration stated there was no coordination or approval from Washington.ReutersThe Washington Post

Impact on Peace Talks and Regional Stability

The strike occurred during sensitive ceasefire discussions mediated by Qatar and the U.S., raising fears it may derail peaceful negotiations. Qatar strongly condemned the attack as “cowardly” and insisted it would hold Israel accountable.ReutersAP NewsFinancial Times

Bottom Line

  • Who: Israel targeted Hamas leadership in Doha, specifically including Khalil al-Hayya.
  • What: The strike killed six, including a Qatari officer and a Hamas negotiator’s son, while Hamas leaders reportedly survived.
  • Reactions: International condemnation was swift from Germany, Russia, the UK, the UN, and more. The U.S. expressed regret but distanced itself from planning or approving the action.
  • Why It Matters: Conducted amid delicate peace talks, the strike deepens regional tensions and threatens ongoing ceasefire efforts.
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