An Israeli strike in Doha, Qatar, on ‍Tuesday, September 9, 2025, targeted Hamas leaders, disrupting ongoing‌ negotiations for ⁤a​ truce in Gaza. The White House described the ‍event as ⁣an “unfortunate incident,” according to Deutsche Welle. The ‍attack marks the first such incident to ⁤occur on ‍Qatari soil.

Qatar’s Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani condemned ​the attack and expressed gratitude for the support and friendship received from‌ international partners, ⁢assuring them that such an‌ incident woudl not recur within ​Qatar’s borders.
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Attack ​Details and Objectives

⁢The strike aimed to kill members of ‍the⁣ Hamas negotiating delegation​ while they were⁤ meeting to discuss the latest U.S.proposal for a truce in‌ Gaza. Qatar hosts the largest American military base in the Middle East, Al⁤ udeid Air Base, making this attack especially sensitive.

Casualties and Hamas Response

​ Hamas reported that five of its⁤ members were⁣ killed in the bombardment, though none were part of the negotiating delegation. A ⁣member of the Qatari security forces also ⁢lost their life in the attack. Deutsche‍ Welle reports that both Israel‌ and Hamas have accused each other of sabotaging ⁢negotiations.
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Qatar-Hamas Relations and Mediation Efforts

⁣ Qatar has historically maintained ties with​ Hamas, playing a crucial role‌ in mediating ‌between the group and Israel. This relationship has been a source of tension with some other regional powers. Qatar’s ‌willingness to host Hamas leaders ​for negotiations has been seen as a key factor in facilitating indirect communication between the two⁤ sides.

Impact on Truce ⁤Negotiations

​ ⁣ The attack casts a shadow over​ the prospects for a ceasefire‌ in Gaza. ⁣The U.S. proposal, details of​ which remain largely undisclosed, was reportedly aimed at securing the release of ⁣hostages held by Hamas