The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned Israel’s recent military strikes targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar’s capital, Doha. UAE officials have labeled the attack a “blatant violation” of Qatar’s sovereignty. These strikes were launched by Israel on Tuesday, aiming at senior Hamas figures following a deadly shooting in Jerusalem earlier this week, for which Hamas has claimed responsibility. Gulf countries have expressed serious concerns about this “dangerous escalation” in the region.
Qatar has denied reports suggesting it received advance notice from the United States about the attack. Despite the strike, both UAE and Qatar’s airlines have confirmed that flights to and from Doha remain operational as scheduled, indicating no impact on air travel.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the strikes were ordered as a response to the recent Jerusalem shooting, which resulted in six deaths. Israeli forces specifically targeted key Hamas leaders, including Khalil Al-Hayya, a prominent figure in Hamas’ leadership council based in Qatar.
This event has triggered strong diplomatic reactions across the Gulf region, with the UAE expressing its full support to Qatar during these tense developments. The strike has intensified regional tensions and raised alarms among neighboring countries.
Summary of key points:
- Israel launched military strikes on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar.
- UAE condemned the attack as a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty.
- The attack was a response to a deadly Jerusalem shooting claimed by Hamas.
- Qatar denied any prior warning of the strikes from the United States.
- Flight operations between UAE and Qatar remain unaffected.
- Regional tensions have increased significantly following the strike.
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