Israeli military targeted senior Hamas officials in Doha on Tuesday, expanding their campaign under “Summit of Fire.”
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office confirmed Israel planned and executed the strike independently, taking full responsibility.
Eyewitnesses reported multiple explosions and saw smoke rising over the Katara district.
Casualties Remain Unclear
Initial reports suggest four Hamas Political Bureau members may have died or remain missing, though unconfirmed.
Qatari officials reported no confirmed deaths but acknowledged residential buildings housing Hamas leaders sustained damage.
The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the strike as reckless and launched high-level investigations.
Regional Reactions and Security Measures
The US Embassy ordered shelter-in-place for its facilities and advised American citizens to do the same.
Qatar activated its military after the attack, marking the second direct strike on the country in 2024.
Hamas top leaders mostly reside outside Gaza, with Doha serving as a base since 2017 for several officials.
