Summary
The United States expressed concern over Israel's military strike on Hamas targets in Doha, Qatar, stating it does not support either country's goals. The attack killed six people and caused tension with Qatar, a key US ally. Qatar rejected the claim that it was informed ahead of the strike and condemned the attack as a violation of international law.
Key Facts
- The US criticized Israel's strike on Hamas targets in Qatar, saying it doesn't align with US or Israeli goals.
- The attack in Doha resulted in six deaths, including a Qatari security force member.
- Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he authorized the strike, with no immunity for Hamas leaders.
- The US communicated with Qatari leaders after the strike and affirmed their alliance.
- Qatar denied receiving prior notice of the attack and considered it a serious breach of international law.
- Qatar hosts Hamas’s political bureau and is an important mediator between Hamas and Israel.
- The US has approximately 10,000 troops stationed near Doha and described Qatar as a close ally.
- Hamas criticized the attack and holds the US partially responsible due to its support for Israel.
