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British journalist:

Israel entered a new era of deterrence

Israeli operation in Qatar marks shift in strategy; Telegraph notes Netanyahu’s open acknowledgment and Trump’s support signal new era of deterrence.

Veteran Israeli journalist:

US leaked Israeli strike plans - and this isn't the first time

In his Hebrew column for Arutz Sheva, journalist Haggai Huberman highlights the possibility of American leaking plans for Operation Summit of Fire while delving into a historic precedent.

Israel casts doubt on results of Qatar strike

Israel's defense echelon expresses doubt over success of strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar.

Another Trump deal in Qatar?

Beware a deal leaving Israel’s existential enemies able to recoup to fight another day. Opinion.

Defense Min.: All partners in massacre will be held to account

Defense Minister Israel Katz says 'Summit of Fire' intended to eliminate senior Hamas leaders, stresses anyone who was a partner in the October 7 massacre will be punished.

Canada: Israeli strike in Qatar 'intolerable'

The prime minister of Canada called the Israeli strike 'an intolerable expansion of violence and an affront to Qatar's sovereignty.'

'Unacceptable'

France and Germany condemn Israeli airstrike in Doha

France and Germany condemn Israel’s airstrike in Doha, calling it a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and a threat to regional stability, despite its targeting of Hamas leadership.

Trump:

'I’m not thrilled about the Israeli strike in Qatar'

President Trump voices strong disapproval of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, calling it “not a good situation” and stressing the urgent need to recover hostages.

'This is your fate'

Graham responds to Hamas leaders hit in Doha

Senator Lindsey Graham responds to Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, urging Hamas to surrender and warning Hezbollah and Syria to tread carefully. He reaffirms his unwavering support for Israel.

Qatari PM:

'We reserve the right to respond to treacherous Israeli attack'

Qatar’s PM condemns Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in Doha as “state terrorism,” warns of retaliation. He accuses Netanyahu of “rogue” behavior and sabotaging peace efforts.

Trump:

'Decision to strike Qatar was made by Netanyahu, not me'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump clarifies that Israel’s strike on Hamas in Qatar was Netanyahu’s decision, not his, calls for peace and vows no future attacks on Qatari soil.

Hamas claims

'Assassination attempt in Doha failed'

Hamas claims that an assassination attempt on its delegation in Doha failed, but five operatives were killed, along with a Qatari security official. Hamas also denied the assassination of Muhammad Deif in the Gaza Strip at the time.

PM Netanyahu:

'Today, Israel and I have kept the promise'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke about the attacks in Qatar at the American Independence Day event in Jerusalem, declaring 'At the beginning of the war, I promised that none of them would escape, and we are systematically eliminating them.'

Chief of Staff

'We're settling accounts on behalf of all Oct. 7 victims'

Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir commanded the Air Force's attack in Doha against senior Hamas figures from the Israeli Air Force Command Center.

Trump to Qatar

'Nothing like this will happen again on your soil'

White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt: "President Trump instructed Special Envoy Steve Witkoff to notify the Qataris of the impending attack"

Watch

Moment of IDF airstrike in Qatar

Footage captures moment of explosion from the airstrikes Israel carried out against Hamas leaders in Doha.

Qatar announces immediate suspension of mediation efforts

Qatar condemns "cowardly" Israeli attack on Hamas leaders in its capital, suspends efforts to mediate a hostage and ceasefire deal.

Report:

4 Hamas leaders, including Khaled Mashal, eliminated in Doha

The 4 Hamas leaders are reportedly among 5 senior officials who attended a meeting that was targeted in the airstrike in Doha.

Israel Responds:

Ministers praise IDF attacks in Doha

Israeli Ministers praised the attack against Hamas's leadership in Doha today, despite some of them not having been warned ahead of time.

IDF strikes Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar

Thick smoke was seen rising from the Qatara neighborhood of the city. Khaled Mashal reportedly among the targets.

Report:

Qatar PM presses Hamas to accept US ceasefire-hostage deal

Qatar’s PM urges Hamas to “respond positively” to a US-backed Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal during talks in Doha.

Recordings of former Mossad chief revealed

Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen praises Qatari money transfer to Hamas in leaked recording.

Qatar: Takeover of Gaza will endanger the lives of hostages

Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson urges the international community to pressure Israel to end the war, particularly in light of intentions to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Qatar:

Cash and consequences

Qatar openly supports America’s enemies, funds them, and provides quarter to some of the most malevolent men on the planet. Opinion.

Likud MK pushes to define Qatar as an enemy state

MK Amit Halevi is initiating a bill that would add Qatar to the list of enemy states to allow Israel to fight its influence more directly.

Qatar: Israel must respond to ceasefire proposal

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says it is still awaiting Israel’s response to a ceasefire plan for Gaza, approved by Hamas.

'No connection to hostages'

Mossad chief holds secret talks in Qatar

Mossad Director David Barnea reportedly met Qatari Prime Minister Al Thani in Doha to advance negotiations for hostage deal; Mossad claims meeting unrelated to hostages.

Report

Israel considering sending hostage talks delegation back to Doha

Israel may resume talks on a deal to free all of the remaining hostages after Netanyahu rejects partial deal, sources say.

Spotlight on Qatar

Qatar is the head of Iran's poisonous snake. It spurts both money and venom. Opinion.

Report:

Qatar-Gate suspect took part in hostage talks despite Qatar ties

A former senior Mossad official, questioned under caution in the "Qatar-Gate" affair, sat on the hostage release negotiation team at the start of the war.

Qatar and Egypt promote new proposal

Qatar and Egypt are promoting a proposal for the release of all hostages in one phase, without Hamas retaining control in Gaza - but with a controversial clause.

Former Minister calls for drastic action against Qatar

Former Minister Yoaz Hendel urged the Israeli government to take drastic measures against Qatar and target Hamas leaders within its territory.

Yair Netanyahu: Qatar is the modern-day Nazi Germany

Yair Netanyahu sharply criticizes Qatar, one of the mediators in the negotiations for the release of hostages, calling it “the modern-day Nazi Germany.”

WJC

'Arab states calling to end Hamas rule a moment of moral clarity'

World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder reacted to the recent joint declaration by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey condemning the October 7th terrorist attacks and calling on Hamas to release all hostages, disarm, and relinquish its rule over Gaza.

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt call on Hamas to disarm, leave Gaza

17 nations agree on statement calling for Hamas to lay down its arms and end its rule in Gaza during UN conference calling for the creation of a Palestinian Arab state.

Israel suspects

Qatar behind Hamas 'starvation' propaganda campaign

Officials in Israel believe that Qatar is leading a Hamas propaganda campaign about "starvation in Gaza," which is receiving wide international attention.

Hostage deal talks:

Israel mulling delegation of senior officials to Doha

Israel may send another delegation to Doha for ceasefire and hostage talks. Both Israel and Hamas are weighing new proposals, with key issues like troop deployment and prisoner releases still unresolved.

Israel insists on key demands

Report: Stalemate in hostage deal talks

Doha talks on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release remain stalled, with no progress on key issues like IDF withdrawal and release terms. Al Jazeera claims Israel aims to keep forces in Rafah and 40% of Gaza.

Israel Approves:

Qatar to begin funding reconstruction in Gaza

Israel made it clear it will not agree for Qatar to solely have exclusive control over the rehabilitation funds, but will request that additional countries participate in the effort.

Report:

Secret US, Israel, Qatar talks could unlock gaza ceasefire deal

US, Israeli, and Qatari officials held secret talks at the White House to resolve key issues in the Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, with significant progress made on IDF withdrawal.

First round of Qatar ceasefire talks ends with no breakthrough

Indirect ceasefire and hostage release talks between Israel and Hamas in Qatar end without a breakthrough. Palestinian Arab sources claim the Israeli delegation lacks sufficient authority for an agreement.

Netanyahu to urge Trump:

Pressure Qatar over Hamas leaders

Netanyahu’s expected appeal to Trump follows internal discussions on imposing pressure and sanctions against Hamas leaders in Qatar to help advance a hostage deal.

New Qatari proposal

8 living hostages returned on 1st day of ceasefire

A new proposal submitted to Israel calls for a 60-day ceasefire, on the first day of which eight live hostages will be released and two more on the 50th day.

Qatar: No ongoing talks on Gaza ceasefire

A spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says no ceasefire discussions are currently underway and accuses Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Best airline award goes to Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways secures first place in the Skytrax airline rankings, considered the 'Oscars of the aviation industry.'

Why the Iranians targeted Qatar and not Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan contributes to regional stability by remaining neutral and avoiding conflict. Opinion.

Egypt pushes to renew Israel-Hamas talks after Iran ceasefire

Efforts resume to renew talks for ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with coordination from Qatar and new proposals expected in the coming days.

Qatar renews talks to advance ceasefire in Gaza

Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud Abbas welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, calling for a similar agreement in the Gaza Strip.

Israel-Iran ceasefire announced by Trump takes effect

President Trump spoke with the Emir of Qatar brokered the ceasefire between Israel and Iran after the attack on the US base in Qatar.

Trump:

No casualties in Iran's attack, Iran got it out of their 'system'

Following Iranian missile attack on US bases in Qatar, President Trump 'thanks' Iran for giving early notice of the attack, enabling the US to ensure no one would be harmed.

Qatar condemns Iranian attack on US base, vows response

Foreign Ministry says Iran’s missile strike is a 'brazen aggression' and warns of regional instability as all projectiles are intercepted without casualties.

Iran launches attack on US base in Qatar

Iran launched at least ten missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq in retaliation to strike on its nuclear sites. Qatar was notified about the attack ahead of time.

Amid Israeli offensive

Iran rejects ceasefire talks

Iran has reportedly rejected ceasefire negotiations with Israel, telling mediators Qatar and Oman it will only engage in serious talks after completing its retaliation for Israel's strikes.

Qatar: the real perpetrator of the October 7th Massacre

The absolute monarchy on the Arabian peninsula, Qatar is the beating heart of modern terrorism financing. Opinion.

Hamas welcomes Egypt-Qatar push for Gaza truce

Egypt and Qatar reaffirm their commitment to advancing a Gaza ceasefire based on US envoy Steve Witkoff’s proposal. Hamas welcomes their statement, expressing readiness for indirect talks but reiterating demands for a full IDF withdrawal.

'Blatant violation'

Jordan slams Israel for barring Arab ministers

Jordan issues a scathing condemnation of Israel's decision to prevent an Arab ministerial delegation from visiting Ramallah, labels the move a "blatant violation" of international law and accuses Israel of "arrogance".

Israeli Consul General:

'Leaders who talk about Palestinian state forgot October 7'

Israeli Consul General in New York Ofir Akunis calls on Qatar to stop its "double game" in conversation with Arutz Sheva, warns of Qatari brainwashing of students such as the DC shooter.

Qatar:

Ben Gvir visit to Temple Mount 'provocation to over 1b Muslims'

Qatari FM warns Israel’s actions on 'occupied Palestinian land' and in Gaza will 'escalate regional violence,' and derail two-state solution.

Qatari PM:

Negotiations stalled because of Israel

Prime Minister al-Thani accuses Israel of derailing hostage deal and intensifying regional conflict; Jerusalem considers diplomatic downgrade in Qatar.

Operation Gideon's Chariots:

Qatar negotiations are not the path to peace - the IDF is

Israel’s measured ‘concluding moves’—not Qatar negotiations—are the only path to lasting peace. They reflect resolve, not vengeance. Opinion.