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UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashimy summoned Deputy Ambassador of Israel to Abu Dhabi David Ahad Horsandi, and conveyed the UAE's strong condemnation and denunciation of the blatant and cowardly Israeli aggression that targeted the State of Qatar, as well as the aggressive statements made by the Israeli occupation Prime Minister.The UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation affirmed that this reckless attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar, a grave breach of international law and the UN Charter, and an irresponsible escalation that threatens regional and international security and stability.She stressed that the security and stability of the State of Qatar is an integral part of the security and stability of the GCC states, and that any aggression against a Gulf state represents an aggression against the collective Gulf security system.She affirmed that the continuation of this aggressive and provocative approach undermines the chances of achieving stability, pushes the region towards extremely dangerous paths, and entrenches a reality that cannot be ignored or accepted.

Qatar's Ministry of Interior (MoI) has confirmed the identity of one of the victims killed in Tuesday's Israeli strike on a residential building in Doha housing members of Hamas's political bureau.An MoI statement said the identity of martyr Jihad Riyah Hassan Labad has been confirmed "as part of the ongoing monitoring of developments related to the Israeli targeting and in light of the field operations carried out by the relevant security agencies to collect evidence and information".The statement added that human remains were discovered in various locations at the site, and the Qatari Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) team is currently working to accurately identify the victims.The Ministry affirmed that it will continue to monitor developments and will announce any verified updates through official channels.It also noted that efforts are still underway to locate and identify missing individuals, as specialized field teams carry out search and investigation operations.

Canada is evaluating its relationship with Israel after the attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar, foreign minister Anita Anand said on Wednesday, in the latest sign of unhappiness with the Israeli government.Anand reiterated that Canada considered the attack to be unacceptable, especially given Qatari attempts to facilitate peace in the Middle East.Anand made her comments when asked whether Canada might follow the lead of the European Commission, which said it would propose the suspension of trade-related measures in a European Union agreement with Israel."We are evaluating our relationship with Israel," Anand told reporters on the sidelines of a meeting of the ruling Liberal Party in Edmonton.Asked specifically whether Canada was considering any kinds of sanctions against Israel, she replied: "We will continue to evaluate our next steps."Canada has noticeably hardened its line on Israel under Prime Minister Mark Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau in January. Carney announced in July that Canada would recognise Palestinian statehood, angering Israel.Carney on Tuesday condemned the Israeli airstrike, calling it "an intolerable expansion of violence" that risked escalating conflict throughout the region.He said last month that Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City was "wrong".

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Majid bin Mohammed al-Ansari denied the circulated statements claiming that Qatar was notified in advance of the Israeli attack.Dr al-Ansari said in a post on X that the circulated statements claiming that Qatar was notified in advance of the attack were false, adding that the call received from an American official came during the sound of explosions resulting from the Israeli attack in Doha.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned the recent Israeli strikes on Doha, warning that such actions risk further escalating tensions in the region.In a post on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Starmer stated:" I condemn Israel's strikes on Doha, which violate Qatar's sovereignty and risk further escalation across the region".He emphasized the urgent need for de-escalation, adding:" The priority must be an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages, and a huge surge in aid into Gaza. This is the only solution towards long-lasting peace".

The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned against the grave consequences of the brutal and unprecedented Israeli escalation against the State of Qatar, stressing the serious risks it poses to regional stability, its undermining of de-escalation efforts, and its expansion of confrontations at the expense of civilian safety and the stability of nations.In a statement issued today, the ministry condemned in the strongest possible terms Israel's blatant aggression against the State of Qatar, which targeted a residential headquarters in Doha housing several members of the political bureau of Hamas, in a flagrant violation of international law and the UN Charter, and in disregard for international norms and conventions.The statement affirmed Egypt's full solidarity and unwavering support for the State of Qatar's leadership, government, and people in the face of this disgraceful aggression. It further warned all regional and international parties of the reckless Israeli policy aimed at expanding the circle of conflict and undermining all peace gains achieved over the past decades.The ministry stressed that this aggressive Israeli approach clearly reflects a deliberate intent to destroy all prospects for de-escalation, a ceasefire, and an agreement ensuring both a cessation of hostilities and the release of hostages, highlighting the complete absence of political will on the Israeli side to move toward peace, while persisting in aggression and systematic violations of international law.It added that Egypt, while reaffirming its categorical rejection of any form of aggression against the territories of Arab states, emphasizes once again that the security and stability of the State of Qatar is a fundamental pillar of Arab national security, and that any harm to it constitutes a highly dangerous development that cannot be accepted under any pretext or justification.

Turkiye has strongly condemned an Israeli airstrike on a residential compound in Doha that targeted members of Hamas' negotiating delegation involved in ongoing ceasefire talks over Gaza.In a statement released Tuesday, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized the timing of the attack, saying it reveals Israel's true intentions to prolong the war rather than pursue peace.The ministry warned that the strike, which occurred in Qatar-a key mediator in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations-signals an expansion of Israeli aggression to other countries in the region. It described the incident as part of Israel's broader expansionist agenda and accused it of institutionalizing state terrorism. Turkiye expressed solidarity with Qatar, calling the attack a despicable violation of its sovereignty and national security. Ankara urged the international community to take action to halt Israel's continued military operations in Gaza and across the region.

The Arab Parliament condemned in the strongest terms the aggressive attacks launched by the Israeli occupation entity on the State of Qatar, stressing that this treacherous attack represents a flagrant and unacceptable violation of Qatari sovereignty and a blatant breach of the United Nations Charter and international laws and norms.In a statement Tuesday, Speaker of the Arab Parliament Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, stressed that this serious and heinous crime constitutes a direct threat to Arab national security and regional and international stability.He emphasized the Arab Parliament's full solidarity with the State of Qatar, its leadership, government, and people, in confronting this treacherous aggression.The Speaker of the Arab Parliament called on the international community and the Security Council to assume their legal and moral responsibilities to halt the repeated attacks by the Israeli occupation entity against the sovereignty of states and hold it accountable for its crimes.He also warned that the continuation of these aggressive policies would complicate the situation, threaten further escalation, and destabilize the entire region.He called for urgent international action to deter the occupying entity, which has become a violation of all international laws and norms, halt all its violations, and take swift and decisive measures to protect the sovereignty of states and the security of their peoples.

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the Israeli attack on a residential headquarters in Doha, stressing that the attack was unacceptable regardless of its motive.The French President said in a post on X that the war in the region must not expand under any circumstance, expressing solidarity with the State of Qatar.

Iraq condemned Tuesday the Israeli attack on a residential headquarters in Doha, describing it as a cowardly act and a violation of Qatar's sovereignty and territory.In a statement, the Iraqi Foreign Ministry reiterated Iraq's firm stance in standing with the government and people of the State of Qatar and fully supporting them in confronting any attacks that undermine its sovereignty or threaten its national security. It also stressed the need for the international community to shoulder its responsibilities in putting an end to these aggressive practices.

The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday condemned, in the strongest terms, the blatant and cowardly Israeli attack that targeted the State of Qatar, stressing that this reckless attack represents an egregious breach of the State of Qatar's sovereignty and a dangerous encroachment upon international law and the United Nations Charter, as well as an irresponsible escalation that imperils regional and global security and stability.In a statement, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, expressed the United Arab Emirates' full solidarity with the State of Qatar and its unwavering support for all efforts to protect its security and the safety of its citizens and residents, stressing the need for an immediate end to the military escalation.He warned that the continuation of these kinds of escalatory acts would undermine regional security and drag the region into perilous paths that would have calamitous consequences for global peace and security.The statement called upon the international community, particularly the Security Council, to uphold its legal and moral responsibilities to deter Israel and halt its barbaric assaults.In addition, the UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed that the persistence of such aggressive acts demonstrates reckless behavior that pulls the region toward further tension and escalation, eroding the opportunities to achieve security and stability.He warned that persisting in such reckless attacks, amid the absence of a resolute and deterrent international position, will have dire consequences for both regional and global peace and security, consolidating a reality that cannot be tolerated or accepted.

Egypt expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the aggressive action carried out by the Israeli occupation forces on Tuesday against the State of Qatar, targeting a meeting of Palestinian leaders in Doha to discuss ways to reach a ceasefire agreement, adding that this attack constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and the principles of respect for the sovereignty of states and the sanctity of their territories.In a statement, the Egyptian presidency affirmed that this attack represents a dangerous precedent and an unacceptable development, and constitutes a direct assault on the sovereignty of the State of Qatar, which plays a pivotal role in mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The statement emphasized that this escalation undermines international efforts to achieve calm and threatens security and stability in the entire region.The Egyptian presidency urged the international community to assume its legal and moral responsibilities regarding this flagrant Israeli violation, take immediate action to halt the aggression, and hold those responsible accountable, so that it does not add to Israel's usual impunity.