Israeli warplanes struck Hamas leadership in Doha on Tuesday, igniting explosions and smoke in the Katara district.
Officials confirmed the strike targeted senior Hamas figures as part of the “Summit of Fire” military campaign.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office stated: “Israel initiated it, Israel executed it, Israel claims full responsibility.”
Conflicting Reports on Casualties
Unconfirmed reports suggest all four Hamas Political Bureau members were either killed or remain missing after the attack.
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry reported no confirmed deaths but confirmed damage to residential buildings housing Hamas officials.
The ministry condemned the strike as “reckless Israeli behaviour” and said investigations were under way at the highest level.
Regional Fallout and Global Reaction
An Israeli military spokesperson confirmed the air force carried out the strike but provided no further operational details.
Witnesses reported multiple explosions and rising smoke across northern Doha during the assault.
The US Embassy ordered staff to shelter in place, while Qatari military forces activated emergency measures after the attack.
This marks Qatar’s second direct strike this year, following Iran’s missile attack on Al Udeid base in June.
Hamas leadership continues to reside outside Gaza, with figures like Ismail Haniyeh previously based in Qatar before his 2024 assassination.
