The Arab world and international community condemned on Tuesday Israel’s strikes on Qatar that targeted Hamas officials.
The Egyptian presidency said in a statement that the attack "targeted a meeting of Palestinian leaders in the Qatari capital, Doha, to discuss ways to reach a ceasefire agreement" in Gaza.
"This attack sets a serious precedent and an unacceptable development, and constitutes a direct assault on the sovereignty of the sisterly State of Qatar, which plays a pivotal role in mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip," it said.
Iraq’s foreign ministry said in a statement that this "cowardly act represents a flagrant violation" of Qatar’s sovereignty and poses a threat to its security and stability.
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates Iraq’s firm position in standing with the government and people of the sisterly State of Qatar, and fully supporting it in confronting any attacks that undermine its sovereignty or threaten its national security," the statement read.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said the attack "falls within the series of aggressions committed by Israel, which demonstrate its determination to strike all efforts made to achieve stability and security in the countries of the region."
He urged "the international community to put an end to these Israeli practices that continue to violate all international laws and agreements and obstruct every commendable effort made by the State of Qatar to establish peace in the region and put an end to the suffering of the brotherly Palestinian people."
Syria’s Foreign Ministry warned in a statement that the Israeli strikes targeting Hamas leadership represented "a dangerous escalation that would undermine security and stability in the region."
The ministry called the attack “a blatant violation of international law and the sovereignty of the sisterly State of Qatar.”
In a statement, Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Abou Gheit said the attack violated Qatar’s sovereignty.
He said Israel "does not care about the consequences of its shameful actions."
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the strikes as a "flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar."
He said Qatar has been playing a very positive role to try to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages held by Hamas.
"All parties must work towards achieving a permanent ceasefire, not destroying it," Guterres told reporters.
Türkiye condemned the attack, saying Israel had adopted "expansionist politics in the region and terrorism" as state policies.
"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," it added.
Pope Leo expressed concern for the consequences of Israel's strikes.
"There's some really serious news right now: Israel's attack on some Hamas leaders in Qatar. The entire situation is very serious," Leo said outside the papal summer residence of Castel Gandolfo, as quoted by ANSA news agency.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Israel's attack is "dangerous" and a "violation of international law," Iranian media reported.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the Israeli military strikes, saying they risked further escalation in the region.
"I condemn Israel's strikes on Doha, which violate Qatar's sovereignty and risk further escalation across the region," he said in a post on X.
"The priority must be an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages, and a huge surge in aid into Gaza. This is the only solution towards long-lasting peace."
Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attack as a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability.
The ministry said in a statement that Pakistan is in "complete solidarity" with Qatar and urged the international community to hold Israel accountable.
It called the attack "provocative and reckless" and said it shows Israel’s "continued disregard for international peace and security."
Pakistan reaffirmed its support for Qatar’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, vowing to stand "shoulder to shoulder" with the Gulf nation’s leadership and people.
The Israeli attack on Doha is "unacceptable," German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said in a statement.
"Israel’s strike in Doha not only violates Qatar’s territorial sovereignty, but also jeopardizes all our efforts to secure the hostages’ release," Wadephul said, noting that Qatar plays a crucial role in efforts to achieve a ceasefire and release the hostages.
