On September 9, 2025, Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) carried out a targeted airstrike in Doha, the capital of Qatar, aimed at senior Hamas leaders who were reportedly holding a political meeting there. This marked the first Israeli strike inside Qatar, a key U.S. ally and mediator in Gaza ceasefire efforts.
The strike was described by Israeli officials as an independent operation planned and executed solely by Israel, with coordination limited to the United States. The meeting was reportedly convened to discuss the latest U.S. ceasefire proposal in the ongoing Gaza conflict. Witnesses in Doha reported multiple explosions and plumes of smoke rising near the Legtifya area. Precautions were taken to mitigate civilian casualties, but further information on casualties remains unconfirmed.
Qatar condemned the attack as "reckless" and a violation of international law, emphasizing the threat to civilian safety. The Qatari foreign ministry stated that the strike targeted a residential building housing several Hamas political bureau members. Qatar is among the primary mediators attempting to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
The IDF and Shin Bet security service underscored that the targeted Hamas leaders were responsible for orchestrating terror attacks, including the brutal October 7 massacre in Israel.
U.S. citizens in Doha were advised to seek shelter immediately amid heightened tensions and aerial activity as Qatari air forces scrambled warplanes in response to the strike.
Sources
- Axios — Israel assassination attempt on Hamas leaders in Doha
- Reuters — Israel targets Hamas leadership in Qatar strikes
- New York Times — Details on Israeli strike targeting Hamas in Qatar
- Al Jazeera — Israeli military confirms strike on Hamas leadership in Doha
- BBC News Live — Israel strikes senior Hamas leaders in Qatar
- CNN — Qatar Hamas Israel strike
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