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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Israel's airstrike in Qatar during his meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The Israeli military targeted senior Hamas officials in Doha, describing it as a focused strike against those responsible for the October 7 massacre. Hamas confirmed their negotiating team survived but reported six fatalities, including a Qatari security force member. The attack occurred while Hamas was discussing a ceasefire proposal presented by Donald Trump.

Key Points: Keir Starmer Condemns Israeli Airstrike on Hamas in Qatar

  • Starmer stressed preventing further regional escalation during Rutte meeting
  • Israeli strike targeted senior Hamas officials in Doha building
  • Hamas says negotiating team survived but six others killed
  • Attack occurred during ceasefire proposal discussions with Trump
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British PM condemns Israeli attack in Qatar

British PM condemns Israeli attack in Doha during NATO meeting with Mark Rutte, stressing need to prevent regional escalation after Hamas officials targeted.

"a focused strike targeting the top leadership of Hamas in Qatar - Israeli military and Shin Bet"

London, Sep 10

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the attack in Doha, Qatar, during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at Downing Street, a readout said.

Starmer stressed the importance of preventing further escalation in the region, Xinhua news agency reproted.

According to the readout, Rutte also briefed Starmer on discussions held earlier in the day at the Ukraine Defence Contact Group.

Earlier Tuesday, the Israeli army and the Shin Bet security agency said in a joint statement that the Israeli Air Force had carried out "a focused strike targeting the top leadership of Hamas in Qatar."

Israel launched an unprecedented airstrike in the Qatari capital of Doha on Tuesday, targeting a building used by senior Hamas officials in what Israeli authorities described as an attempt to assassinate leaders of the group.

Hamas said Tuesday evening that the attack occurred while its delegation was discussing a new ceasefire proposal presented by US President Donald Trump. According to the group, the negotiating team survived, but six others were killed.

The movement identified the Palestinian victims as Jihad Lubad, office director of Hamas political bureau member Khalil al-Hayya; Hammam al-Hayya, son of Khalil al-Hayya; and escorts Abdullah Abdulwahid, Moamen Hassouna, and Ahmed al-Mamlouk. It also confirmed the death of Badr Saad Mohammed al-Humaidi, a member of Qatar's Internal Security Force.

Israeli authorities did not immediately confirm who was killed. In a joint statement, the Israeli military and the Shin Bet security agency said the strike targeted Hamas leaders "directly responsible for the October 7 massacre" and used "precise munitions and intelligence" to limit civilian harm.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While Israel has the right to defend itself, conducting operations in sovereign nations is problematic. Qatar has been a mediator and this complicates peace efforts. Hope our government maintains balanced diplomacy.
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Aryan P
The timing during ceasefire negotiations is particularly troubling. This undermines diplomatic processes and puts more innocent lives at risk. The international community needs to step up.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Delhi, I worry about how such actions affect global security. When major powers violate sovereignty, it creates instability that affects us all. Strong condemnation needed.
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Vikram M
The death of Qatari security personnel is unacceptable. Neutral countries hosting negotiations should be protected, not targeted. This sets a dangerous example for the world.
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Karthik V
India's position of advocating for de-escalation and dialogue is the right approach. We have significant interests in the Gulf region and must maintain good relations with all parties involved.

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