Qatar denounces Israel ahead of summit over Israeli strike on Doha targeting Hamas leaders
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Arab-Islamic Summit Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar
Above: Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, in Doha on Sept. 14, 2025. Image copyright: Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs/AFP/Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The Israeli attack on Qatar constitutes state terrorism and a blatant violation of international law that undermines the entire mediation process for Gaza peace talks. This reckless aggression against a sovereign nation actively facilitating negotiations demonstrates Israel's complete disregard for diplomatic norms and threatens regional stability.
Pro-Israel narrative
Israel's strike on Qatar represents necessary action against terrorist leadership that has consistently blocked ceasefire agreements and prolonged the Gaza conflict. Netanyahu correctly identified Hamas leaders in Doha as the main obstacle to releasing hostages and ending the war, making their elimination a strategic imperative for Israeli security. The operation targeted legitimate military objectives during active conflict negotiations where Hamas representatives were present.