DOHA, Qatar: The Israeli military strike targeting senior Hamas leaders in Doha on Tuesday drew global condemnation, with many describing it as a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and international law. The attack came as Hamas officials were reportedly discussing a proposed Gaza ceasefire.
“The IDF (Israeli military) and ISA (security agency) conducted a precise strike targeting the senior leadership of Hamas,” the Israeli military said, without specifying where the strike took place.
A senior Hamas source, cited by Al Jazeera, said that leaders of the Palestinian group have been targeted in Doha while discussing US President Donald Trump’s proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Saudi condemnation
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday strongly condemned what it described as a “brutal Israeli aggression” against Qatar following an attack on the capital Doha, which Israel said was a strike targeting Hamas officials in the city.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the strike as “a flagrant violation of international law and the UN Charter” and warned it would further destabilize the region, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Saudi Arabia warned of the dire consequences resulting from Israel’s persistence in its criminal violations and its blatant violation of the principles of international law and all international norms.
#Statement | The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia condemns and denounces, in the strongest possible terms, the brutal Israeli aggression and the blatant violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar. The Kingdom affirms its full solidarity and support for Qatar, placing all its… pic.twitter.com/60BDTH0Flp
— Foreign Ministry 🇸🇦 (@KSAmofaEN) September 9, 2025
Saudi Arabia called on the global community to condemn this heinous aggression and put an end to Israeli violations that undermine the security and stability of the region.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke on the phone with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, reaffirming the Kingdom’s “full solidarity” with Qatar, SPA reported.
He pledged to place “all capabilities” at Qatar’s disposal to support any measures taken to protect its security and sovereignty.
Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli bombing
Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, has strongly condemned the bombing in Doha by Israeli forces.
In a post on X, he said: On behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan as well as on my own behalf, I strongly condemn the unlawful and heinous bombing in Doha by Israeli forces, targeting a residential area, and endangering the lives of innocent civilians.
“Our deepest sympathies and solidarity are with the Amir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Qatari Royal Family, as well as the people of Qatar at this difficult time,” he said.
He said this act of aggression by Israel is totally unjustified, a brazen violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar, and constitutes a most dangerous provocation that could imperil regional peace and stability. Pakistan stands firmly with the State of Qatar, as well as with the people of Palestine against Israel’s aggression.
On behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan as well as on my own behalf, I strongly condemn the unlawful and heinous bombing in Doha by Israeli forces, targeting a residential area, and endangering the lives of innocent civilians. Our deepest sympathies and solidarity are…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) September 9, 2025
UN chief condemns attack
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned Israel’s strikes as a “flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar.”
He said Qatar has been playing a very positive role in achieving a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages.
“All parties must work towards achieving a permanent ceasefire, not destroying it,” Guterres told reporters.
Israel adopts ‘terrorism’ as state policy: Turkiye
Turkiye’s Foreign Ministry has condemned Israel’s strike on Qatar, saying it shows that Israel is not interested in an agreement to end the war.
“The targeting of the Hamas negotiating delegation while ceasefire talks continue shows that Israel does not aim to reach peace, but rather continue the war,” the ministry said in a statement.
“This situation is clear proof that Israel has adopted its expansionist politics in the region and terrorism as a state policy.”
Kazakh president denounces Israeli strike
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has condemned Israel’s strike in the Qatari capital Doha that targeted leaders of the Palestinian group Hamas.
Tokayev’s condemnation was announced in a statement by the Kazakh presidential press service, Akorda, on Telegram.
“Whatever the goals may be, these actions are unacceptable, since they clearly violate the sovereign rights of the Qatari state and are contrary to the principles of international law,” the statement said.
President @TokayevKZ condemned the military action taken by the Israeli authorities in #Doha, Qatar. Whatever the motives behind these actions are unacceptable, as it violates the sovereignty of the State of Qatar and contravenes the principles of international law.
— Press Office of the President of Kazakhstan (@aqorda_press) September 9, 2025
Jordan, UAE condemn Israeli strike in Qatar
Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have strongly denounced an Israeli strike targeting Hamas leadership in the Qatari capital Doha.
In a statement, Jordan’s Foreign Ministry called the attack “a blatant violation of international law and the United Nations Charter, and a flagrant assault on the sovereignty and security of sisterly Qatar.”
UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed reiterated his country’s “full solidarity with precious Qatar” in a post on X.
We stand in full solidarity with Qatar against the Israeli aggression. The attack on Qatar is a blatant violation of international law and a dangerous escalation that pushes the region further towards the abyss of more conflict. The whole international community must condemn this…
— Ayman Safadi (@AymanHsafadi) September 9, 2025
Iran condemnation
Iran has strongly condemned Israel’s targeting of Hamas officials in Qatar, describing the strikes as a “gross violation” of international law.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei stated on state television that the action represents “an extremely dangerous and criminal act,” violating both Qatar’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as all established international norms and regulations.
Qatar slams ‘cowardly’ Israeli attack
Spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry Majed Al Ansari, said in a statement that the country “condemns in the strongest terms” the attack, which he said was carried out on residential buildings housing several members of the Hamas political bureau.
“This criminal attack constitutes a flagrant violation of all international laws and norms and a serious threat to the security and safety of Qataris and residents of Qatar,” the statement reads.
The State of Qatar strongly condemns the cowardly Israeli attack that targeted residential buildings housing several members of the Political Bureau of Hamas in the Qatari capital, Doha. This criminal assault constitutes a blatant violation of all international laws and norms,…
— د. ماجد محمد الأنصاري Dr. Majed Al Ansari (@majedalansari) September 9, 2025
US embassy in Qatar asks citizens to ‘shelter-in-place’
The US embassy in Qatar has told citizens to shelter in place after Doha said Israeli strikes targeted Hamas officials in Doha.
“We have seen reports of missile strikes occurring in Doha. The US Embassy has instituted a shelter-in-place order for its facilities. US citizens are advised to shelter-in-place,” the embassy said in a post on X.
We have seen reports of missile strikes occurring in Doha. The U.S. Embassy has instituted a shelter-in-place order for their facilities. U.S. citizens are advised to shelter-in-place and monitor @USEmbassyDoha social media for updates.
— U.S. Embassy in Qatar (@USEmbassyDoha) September 9, 2025
