​​​​​​​The ministry described the attack as a criminal act, a “flagrant violation of international law,” and a “dangerous threat” to the safety of Qatari citizens and residents.

 In an official statement, Doha vowed it would “never tolerate such reckless Israeli behavior” and reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the country’s sovereignty and security.
The Israeli military and domestic intelligence agency Shin Bet have publicly claimed responsibility for the strike, which reportedly hit a meeting of senior Hamas leaders gathered in Doha to discuss a Gaza ceasefire proposal put forward by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The incident marks a rare direct Israeli attack on Qatari soil, raising tensions in the Persian Gulf and potentially complicating Qatar’s role as a mediator in the Gaza conflict. Analysts warn it could have far-reaching implications for regional diplomacy, given Qatar’s longstanding position as host to Hamas’s political leadership and its involvement in ceasefire negotiations alongside Egypt.