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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".

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday she would push to sanction "extremist" Israeli ministers and curb trade ties over Gaza, as she warned famine could not be used as a "weapon of war".Addressing the European Parliament, von der Leyen lamented that divisions among member states were holding back a European response and said the European Commission she leads "will do all that it can on its own"."What is happening in Gaza has shaken the conscience of the world. People killed while begging for food. Mothers holding lifeless babies. These images are simply catastrophic," von der Leyen said."For the sake of the children, for the sake of humanity -- this must stop."The German politician, 66, said the commission would put its bilateral support to Israel on hold, stopping all payments, but without affecting work with civil society groups and Israel's Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial.The measure is to affect future allocations amounting to about six million euros ($7 million) a year and the disbursement of about 14 million euros for ongoing institutional cooperation projects, the commission said.The European Union's executive will propose sanctions on "extremist ministers" -- whose actions and words "incite violence" -- and "violent settlers".And it will push for a partial suspension of an association agreement with Israel on trade-related matters.But such measures will need approval by the bloc's 27 member states, which have been deeply divided on how to respond to Israel's actions in Gaza."I am aware it will be difficult to find majorities," von der Leyen conceded."And I know that any action will be too much for some. Too little for others. But we must all take our own responsibilities".The United Nations declared famine last month in parts of Gaza, warning that 500,000 people face "catastrophic" conditions.

The recent attack by Israel on the State of Qatar is both unjustifiable and strongly condemnable. Qatar, a peace-loving nation, has consistently demonstrated its commitment to ensuring peaceful coexistence and stability across the world. “The country’s commendable efforts in resolving international disputes have been widely recognised and appreciated by the global community,” noted Dr Amanulla Vadakkangara, prominent Indian expatriate, writer, and CEO of Media Plus. This unfortunate incident occurred while Qatar was actively engaged in negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza, in line with the recommendation of the President of the United States. At such a critical juncture, the attack underscores a blatant disregard for Qatar’s constructive role in promoting peace. Qatar’s stance against aggression remains exemplary. While affirming its legitimate right to defend itself, Qatar reiterates that it will pursue all available legal and diplomatic measures in response to this attack.This principled approach reflects the true hallmark of a civilized and cultured society, one that believes in resolving international disputes through lawful frameworks and diplomatic engagement rather than violence. “Particularly noteworthy is that Qatar has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to peace, justice, and the rule of international law,” pointed out Amanulla, who has been a Qatar resident for the last 31 years.

The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) strongly condemned and denounced the Israeli attack that targeted Hamas political leaders present in Doha for an internationally recognized negotiation process aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and advancing a peaceful settlement of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.In a statement on Wednesday, the NHRC affirmed that the assault constitutes a blatant violation of international law and a direct undermining of mediation and negotiation mechanisms, in clear contravention of the UN Charter and its purposes.The Committee noted that the attack resulted in the martyrdom of a member of Qatar Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) while carrying out his national duty to protect security and stability, in addition to several injuries among security personnel at the scene. It stressed that this adds a tragic humanitarian dimension to the violation, underscoring Israel's disregard for the right to life and human dignity.The NHRC emphasized that the attack is not merely a violation of international law, but constitutes an act of aggression under the UN Charter and international criminal law, and a grave breach of Article (2/4) of the Charter, which prohibits the use or threat of force against the independence or territorial integrity of any state.The Committee warned that this act undermines confidence in peaceful mediation as enshrined in international conventions and sets a dangerous precedent that threatens the entire international legal order.In this context, the NHRC held Israel fully responsible under international law for the aggression, stressing that the international community must go beyond verbal condemnation to adopt deterrent and binding measures, whether through the UN Security Council or competent international courts.The Committee further recalled the State of Qatar's inherent right, under Article (51) of the UN Charter, to defend itself and safeguard its sovereignty and the security of its citizens and residents by all political, legal, and diplomatic means, including resorting to international judicial mechanisms to hold the perpetrators accountable.The NHRC affirmed that, by virtue of its mandate, it will continue documenting violations resulting from the Israeli aggression and presenting them to the relevant international forums to ensure accountability, prevent impunity, and safeguard victims' rights to justice and redress.The statement concluded by calling on the international community to shoulder its responsibilities in protecting international peace and security, restoring respect for international law and the role of the United Nations, and confronting attempts to legitimize the use of armed force at the expense of peaceful solutions and human rights, in order to preserve the future of the region and safeguard global stability.

Sanjiv Arora, Former Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs and India’s long serving Ambassador to the State of Qatar ( 2012–2016 ) has condemned Israeli attack in Doha. He said “Israel’s shocking and reckless attack on members of Hamas Political Bureau in Doha, Qatar must be unequivocally condemned by the international community.The Israeli aggression is a brazen violation of Qatar’s sovereignty, UN Charter & international law, and once again demonstrates that Israel treats a rule based international order with contempt and continues to jeopardise the ongoing efforts towards a ceasefire with Hamas, and peace and stability in the region.At a time when Hamas leaders were deliberating in Doha upon President Trump’s latest ceasefire proposals, with the State of Qatar continuing its earnest and active mediation, Israel’s attack has further imperilled peace and security in the region.

HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call on Wednesday from Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of the Sultanate of Oman. During the call, the Sultan expressed Oman's solidarity with the State of Qatar and its strong condemnation of the blatant Israeli attack that targeted the residences of several Hamas leaders, describing it as a criminal act and a flagrant violation of all international laws and norms, as well as a threat to the security of the State of Qatar and the region. The Sultan also reaffirmed Oman's firm rejection of any aggression that threatens the security and safety of the State of Qatar and undermines the security and stability of the region, emphasizing that the Sultanate of Oman stands with the State of Qatar in all measures it takes to protect its security and preserve its sovereignty. For his part, HH the Amir affirmed that the State of Qatar will take all necessary measures to protect its security and preserve its sovereignty in response to the blatant Israeli attack. His Highness also expressed his thanks to HM the Sultan for his sincere fraternal sentiments and Oman's valued solidarity with the State of Qatar and its people.

Australia on Wednesday strongly condemned the Israeli airstrikes that targeted several Hamas leaders in Doha, stressing that the attack constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar.Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said in a statement that the strikes would complicate efforts to reach a peace agreement and risk further escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.Wong underlined that the attack undermines Qatar's role in supporting ceasefire efforts and the release of hostages."The Australian government believes this was the wrong thing to do. Qatar, as you know, has been one of the parties seeking an immediate ceasefire. It has been working with the United States on the return of hostages," Wong told ABC News on Wednesday."This is a violation of Qatar's sovereignty. It imperils that work on the ceasefire and it risks escalation," she stressed.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo condemned the Israeli attack that targeted residential buildings housing several members of Hamas movement in Doha.In a statement carried by the Congolese News Agency (ACP), the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo expressed deep concern over the Israeli attack on Doha, adding that this constitutes a violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar and threatens to worsen an already fragile regional situation.The Democratic Republic of the Congo affirms its solidarity with Qatar, recognizing its historic role as a mediator and advocate for dialogue and peace, the statement said. Given the complexity of the current crisis, it insists on the need to prioritize de-escalation, respect for international law, and the protection of civilians, it added.The Congolese government called on all parties to refrain from any actions that could undermine mediation efforts and to work collectively toward achieving a permanent ceasefire and a just and lasting peace in the Middle East.

Qatar was subjected to a treacherous attack by the Israeli occupation forces on Tuesday, which can only be interpreted as an act of state terrorism, stressed HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani at special press conference held in Doha Tuesday. HE the prime minster said the assault targeted the headquarters of the political bureau of Hamas during the ongoing negotiations. “From the very first moment, and under the directives of His Highness the Amir, the security authorities, the civil defence, and other agencies concerned immediately responded to the incident. The casualties and martyrs resulting from this treacherous attack were recorded, and the necessary measures were taken to ensure public safety and contain its consequences.” HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, pointed out that Qatar will not tolerate any violation of its sovereignty or the integrity of its territory, and that it will respond firmly to any reckless breach or aggression that targets its security and threatens the stability of the region. “Qatar reserves the right to respond to this blatant attack and will take all necessary measures to address it. The directives of His Highness the Amir are clear: the security of citizens and expatriates is our top priority. Accordingly, starting from Wednesday, a comprehensive review of the policies and procedures will begin to ensure deterrence of such actions and prevent their recurrence.” He noted that the Israeli attack that took place on the Qatari soil can only be described as state terrorism carried out by someone like Israeli Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “Within the context of these systematic policies and his ongoing attempts to destabilise regional security and stability, this is nothing more than a clear message to the entire region. “That message is that there is a rogue player in this region, one that engages in continuous political bullying and violates the sovereignty of states. Netanyahu himself has declared that he intends to reshape the Middle East. Does this message mean that he also seeks to reshape the Gulf? “We believe that today we have reached a critical juncture where the entire region must respond to such barbaric actions, which reflect the brutality of this individual who is leading the region toward a level, unfortunately, that cannot be repaired—one that makes it impossible to work within the international systems, frameworks, and laws, all of which he has blatantly disregarded.” HE Sheikh Mohammed added that at this point of time there is a need for a collective response from the entire region. He stressed that this attack was not only a blatant violation of all international laws but also a transgression of the most basic ethical and moral standards. “We are speaking about a mediating state that is hosting official negotiations under a declared sponsorship and in the presence of official delegations. However, the missiles were launched and fired targeting the negotiating delegation from the other side. By what logic or moral standard can this be accepted? What took place can only be described as outright treachery.” He added that in recent days, intense negotiations were held at the request of the American side to discuss the latest proposal it had submitted. “Despite being fully aware and actively involved through the continuous dispatch of its delegations to Doha, the Israeli side deliberately worked to obstruct every effort aimed at opening a window for peace. “Does the world need a clearer message than this? Who is the one closing the door to peace? Does the international community still need further proof? Who is the real bully in this region? He pointed out that history will write down this incident as a flagrant violation of the International laws and traditions. “We have to take this incident into consideration as the infringement on the sovereignty of countries and recklessness that should not be overlooked.” The prime minister stressed that Qatar is taking all the necessary measures in coordination with friendly and brotherly countries against this unjustifiable attack. He said that all such measures to be taken shall be announced in the coming days. He expressed his condolences for the Qatari personnel from the internal security forces who was martyred during the attack. “All the necessary measures have been taken to guarantee the safety and security of the public as Qatar will never spare efforts to defend its sovereignty and integrity of its territories. It will deal decisively with any reckless action or attack that touches on its security and the security of the region.” HE the prime minister said that the American side informed Qatar government ten minutes after the attack took place and the US said that they had just received the message. He affirmed that the attack was a 100% treacherous operation; no body informed ahead, and any other talk or tales about this are only lies and unfounded rumours. He said the efficiency of the Qatari air defence system was proven during the Iranian missile attacks. “However, these attacks were conducted using sophisticated weaponry that were not detected by the radar.” He said that Israeli side used to send its delegation to Doha for negotiations in a continuous manner, and they knew that the peace negotiations were going on.

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.