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Qatar labels Netanyahu “saboteur-in-chief” after bombing in nation’s capital

Bel Trew
Netanyahu’s bombing of Doha is the action of a ‘madman’ who is attacking international rules-based order, warns senior Qatari official
Netanyahu’s bombing of Doha is the action of a ‘madman’ who is attacking international rules-based order, warns senior Qatari official (AFPTV)
  • Qatar has strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of being a "narcissistic saboteur-in-chief" after Israel bombed the Qatari capital, Doha.
  • The Israeli air raid killed at least six people, including a Qatari security force member and five Hamas figures, who were reportedly discussing a US-proposed truce deal.
  • Dr Majed al-Ansari, Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesperson, stated that Qatar considers this a direct attack and a "red line" crossed, accusing Netanyahu of actively sabotaging peace talks.
  • International figures, including Keir Starmer and Gulf leaders, condemned the strike as a serious violation of sovereignty and international law, with Qatar exploring legal and diplomatic responses.
  • Qatari officials indicated that peace talks are now invalid following the attack on the mediator and negotiating team, raising concerns for the families of hostages still held in Gaza.
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