Summary
Leaders from Arab and Islamic countries are meeting in Qatar to discuss how to respond to Israel's missile attack on Doha, which targeted Hamas. The attack occurred while Hamas members were meeting to discuss a peace deal proposed by the U.S. Despite the strike, key Hamas leaders were not killed, and the United Nations has condemned the attack.
Key Facts
- Leaders are gathering in Qatar to address Israel's missile attack on Doha last week.
- The missiles were aimed at Hamas members who were meeting to discuss a U.S.-proposed peace deal.
- The attack resulted in the deaths of five Hamas members and a Qatari security official but did not kill the intended Hamas leaders.
- The United Nations condemned Israel's attack.
- Qatar is preparing a formal response with leaders from the Arab and Islamic countries.
- The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League are involved, with leaders from Iran, Pakistan, and Malaysia confirmed to attend.
- Discussions will likely include forming a unified response to Israeli actions in the region.
- The U.S. Secretary of State is visiting Israel to discuss related matters, including potential annexation plans.
