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Israeli Airstrike Targeting Hamas Leaders In Qatar, Slammed By Trump Administration
September 09, 2025
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Israeli military carried out a strike on senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday, marking a significant escalation in the nearly 2-year conflict. The attack, which targeted a residential complex in the West Bay Lagoon district, resulted in the deaths of six people, including the son of Hamas chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya and the director of his office, as well as a Qatari security officer.

The strike occurred while Hamas leaders were reportedly meeting in Doha to discuss a ceasefire proposal from the U.S. administration, which had been facilitated through Qatari mediation.

Qatar has hosted Hamas's political bureau since 2012 and has played a key role in indirect negotiations with Israel since October 2023. The Israeli military claimed the target was the senior leadership of Hamas, specifically naming Khalil al-Hayya and Zaher Jabarin as individuals targeted.

The U.S. Embassy in Doha issued a shelter-in-place order for its personnel due to reports of missile strikes.

Israel described the operation as a "precise strike" targeting those responsible for the October 7 attacks and claimed it was a "wholly independent Israeli operation."

The strike has drawn widespread international condemnation, with Qatar calling it a "cowardly" and "blatant violation" of international law, and the UN Secretary General condemning it as a "flagrant violation" of sovereignty.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office released a statement asserting that the strike was "a wholly independent Israeli operation. Israel initiated it, Israel conducted it, and Israel takes full responsibility." He claimed the attack was retaliation for the deadly shooting at a Jerusalem bus stop on Monday and the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement that was also posted on Truth Social by the president, that President Donald Trump was informed of the attack by the U.S. military shortly before it occurred and immediately directed special envoy Steve Witkoff to warn Qatar of the impending strike.

Trump "feels very badly" about the location of the attack, but the White House emphasized that the strike "does not advance Israel or America's goals."

The White House also stated that Trump assured Qatar's leaders "that such a thing will not happen again on their soil." Trump added in the Truth Social post that he has directed Secretary of State Marco Rubio to finalize U.S. defense cooperation agreement with Qatar.

The attack followed a pattern of Israeli strikes against Iranian-backed groups, including Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Houthis in Yemen, in response to attacks on Israel. The strike has caused significant diplomatic tension, with Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, the UK, France, and the UN all condemning the attack as a violation of sovereignty and a dangerous escalation.

 

Trump administration statement:

“This morning, the Trump administration was notified by the United States military that Israel was attacking Hamas, which very unfortunately was located in a section of Doha, the capital of Qatar.

"Unilaterally bombing inside Qatar, a sovereign nation and close ally of the United States that is working very hard and bravely taking risks with us to broker peace, does not advance Israel or America’s goals.

"However, eliminating Hamas, who have profited off the misery of those living in Gaza, is a worthy goal. President Trump immediately directed Special Envoy Witkoff to inform the Qataris of the impending attack, which he did. The president views Qatar as a strong ally and friend of the United States, and feels very badly about the location of this attack. President Trump wants all of the hostages in Gaza and the bodies of the dead released in this war to end now.

"President Trump also spoke to Prime Minister Netanyahu after the attack. The prime minister told President Trump that he wants to make peace and quickly. President Trump believes this unfortunate incident could serve as an opportunity for peace. The president also spoke to the emir and prime minister of Qatar and thanked them for their support and friendship to our country.

He assured them that such a thing will not happen again on their soil."

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Board Of Peace: Trump's Gaza-Israel Plan; Netanyahu Apologizes To Qatar

President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a new 20-point peace proposal for Gaza during a joint press conference at the White House on Monday, with Trump unveiling a plan to end the war, secure the release of hostages, and establish a transitional Palestinian administration under a new "Board of Peace" chaired by Trump himself.

Netanyahu endorsed the plan, which calls for Hamas disarmament, a ceasefire, and a temporary Palestinian technocratic committee to govern Gaza, while also confirming Israel’s retention of a security perimeter and its opposition to both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority governing the territory.

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As part of the announcement, Trump stated that Israel would have "full backing" to continue military action if Hamas rejects the deal, and he emphasized that the plan was shaped through consultations with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Jordan, Indonesia, Turkey, and Pakistan.

The White House 20-point framework calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all Israeli hostages within 72 hours, and a phased Israeli troop withdrawal to agreed lines. In return, Israel would release 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 Gazans detained since October 7, 2023.

The plan proposes that Hamas fighters who disarm would be granted amnesty, while those wishing to leave Gaza would be given safe passage. Gaza would be governed by a temporary, technocratic Palestinian committee, overseen by the newly created "Board of Peace." This Board will be chaired by President Trump and include other notable figures, with former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair mentioned as a potential member.

The plan also includes provisions for large-scale humanitarian aid, UN and Red Crescent supervision of aid distribution, and the eventual institution of a Palestinian state following the establishment of a demilitarized Gaza and the reform of the Palestinian Authority.

At the press conference, Trump hailed the agreement as "potentially one of the great days ever in civilization" and a "historic day for peace," stating that the plan achieves Israel's war aims. He challenged Palestinians to "take responsibility for their destiny" and condemned terrorism, framing the plan as a chance for self-determination.

Trump expressed optimism that Hamas wants to accept the deal, stating he was "hearing that Hamas wants to get this done too," but warned that rejection would lead to Israel receiving "full backing" to "finish the job."

Netanyahu confirmed his support, stating the plan "achieves our war aims" and that Gaza would have a peaceful, civilian administration run neither by Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority, with Hamas being "disarmed" and Gaza "demilitarized."

In a separate development, the White House confirmed that Netanyahu had expressed "deep regret" to Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani for the Israeli air strike on Hamas leadership in Doha on September 9, 2025. This apology, reportedly made in a phone call, is seen as crucial to facilitating Qatar's role as a key intermediary in negotiations with Hamas.

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Qatari and Egyptian officials have reportedly delivered the White House's 20-point peace proposal to Hamas officials in Doha, though Hamas had not yet formally responded. The US, Israel, and Qatar are expected to launch a "trilateral mechanism" to begin dialogue on the plan.

The plan represents a significant shift from previous US policy, particularly in its explicit pathway to a future Palestinian state, which is contingent upon the successful implementation of the transitional governance and the reform of the Palestinian Authority.

The creation of the "Board of Peace" chaired by Trump is a central and novel feature of the proposal, aiming to oversee the redevelopment and governance of Gaza until a stable Palestinian administration can take over. The plan also includes the return of the remains of deceased hostages and the remains of 15 Gazans for each Israeli captive’s remains. The families of the Israeli hostages have expressed profound gratitude to Trump for his commitment to securing their release.

“The Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Turkey, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Arab Republic of Egypt welcome President Donald J Trump's leadership and his sincere efforts to end the war in Gaza, and assert their confidence in his ability to find a path to peace," the group wrote in a joint statement.

"They emphasize the importance of the partnership with the United States in securing peace in the region. Along these lines, the ministers welcome the announcement by President Trump regarding his proposal to end the war, rebuild Gaza, prevent the displacement of the Palestinian people and advance a comprehensive peace, as well as his announcement that he will not allow the annexation of the West Bank."

Here is the U.S.' 20-point peace proposal:

1. Gaza will be a deradicalized terror-free zone that does not pose a threat to its neighbors.

2. Gaza will be redeveloped for the benefit of the people of Gaza, who have suffered more than enough.

3. If both sides agree to this proposal, the war will immediately end. Israeli forces will withdraw to the agreed upon line to prepare for a hostage release. During this time, all military operations, including aerial and artillery bombardment, will be suspended, and battle lines will remain frozen until conditions are met for the complete staged withdrawal.

4. Within 72 hours of Israel publicly accepting this agreement, all hostages, alive and deceased, will be returned.

5. Once all hostages are released, Israel will release 250 life sentence prisoners plus 1700 Gazans who were detained after October 7th 2023, including all women and children detained in that context. For every Israeli hostage whose remains are released, Israel will release the remains of 15 deceased Gazans.

6. Once all hostages are returned, Hamas members who commit to peaceful co-existence and to decommission their weapons will be given amnesty. Members of Hamas who wish to leave Gaza will be provided safe passage to receiving countries.

7. Upon acceptance of this agreement, full aid will be immediately sent into the Gaza Strip. At a minimum, aid quantities will be consistent with what was included in the January 19, 2025, agreement regarding humanitarian aid, including rehabilitation of infrastructure (water, electricity, sewage), rehabilitation of hospitals and bakeries, and entry of necessary equipment to remove rubble and open roads.

8. Entry of distribution and aid in the Gaza Strip will proceed without interference from the two parties through the United Nations and its agencies, and the Red Crescent, in addition to other international institutions not associated in any manner with either party. Opening the Rafah crossing in both directions will be subject to the same mechanism implemented under the January 19, 2025 agreement.

9. Gaza will be governed under the temporary transitional governance of a technocratic, apolitical Palestinian committee, responsible for delivering the day-to-day running of public services and municipalities for the people in Gaza. This committee will be made up of qualified Palestinians and international experts, with oversight and supervision by a new international transitional body, the “Board of Peace,” which will be headed and chaired by President Donald J. Trump, with other members and heads of State to be announced, including Former Prime Minister Tony Blair. This body will set the framework and handle the funding for the redevelopment of Gaza until such time as the Palestinian Authority has completed its reform program, as outlined in various proposals, including President Trump’s peace plan in 2020 and the Saudi-French proposal, and can securely and effectively take back control of Gaza. This body will call on best international standards to create modern and efficient governance that serves the people of Gaza and is conducive to attracting investment.

10. A Trump economic development plan to rebuild and energize Gaza will be created by convening a panel of experts who have helped birth some of the thriving modern miracle cities in the Middle East. Many thoughtful investment proposals and exciting development ideas have been crafted by well-meaning international groups, and will be considered to synthesize the security and governance frameworks to attract and facilitate these investments that will create jobs, opportunity, and hope for future Gaza.

11. A special economic zone will be established with preferred tariff and access rates to be negotiated with participating countries.

12. No one will be forced to leave Gaza, and those who wish to leave will be free to do so and free to return. We will encourage people to stay and offer them the opportunity to build a better Gaza.

13. Hamas and other factions agree to not have any role in the governance of Gaza, directly, indirectly, or in any form. All military, terror, and offensive infrastructure, including tunnels and weapon production facilities, will be destroyed and not rebuilt. There will be a process of demilitarization of Gaza under the supervision of independent monitors, which will include placing weapons permanently beyond use through an agreed process of decommissioning, and supported by an internationally funded buy back and reintegration program all verified by the independent monitors. New Gaza will be fully committed to building a prosperous economy and to peaceful coexistence with their neighbors.

14. A guarantee will be provided by regional partners to ensure that Hamas, and the factions, comply with their obligations and that New Gaza poses no threat to its neighbors or its people.

15. The United States will work with Arab and international partners to develop a temporary International Stabilization Force (ISF) to immediately deploy in Gaza. The ISF will train and provide support to vetted Palestinian police forces in Gaza, and will consult with Jordan and Egypt who have extensive experience in this field. This force will be the long-term internal security solution. The ISF will work with Israel and Egypt to help secure border areas, along with newly trained Palestinian police forces. It is critical to prevent munitions from entering Gaza and to facilitate the rapid and secure flow of goods to rebuild and revitalize Gaza. A deconfliction mechanism will be agreed upon by the parties.

16. Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza. As the ISF establishes control and stability, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will withdraw based on standards, milestones, and timeframes linked to demilitarization that will be agreed upon between the IDF, ISF, the guarantors, and the Unites States, with the objective of a secure Gaza that no longer poses a threat to Israel, Egypt, or its citizens. Practically, the IDF will progressively hand over the Gaza territory it occupies to the ISF according to an agreement they will make with the transitional authority until they are withdrawn completely from Gaza, save for a security perimeter presence that will remain until Gaza is properly secure from any resurgent terror threat.

17. In the event Hamas delays or rejects this proposal, the above, including the scaled-up aid operation, will proceed in the terror-free areas handed over from the IDF to the ISF.

18. An interfaith dialogue process will be established based on the values of tolerance and peaceful co-existence to try and change mindsets and narratives of Palestinians and Israelis by emphasizing the benefits that can be derived from peace.

19. While Gaza re-development advances and when the PA reform program is faithfully carried out, the conditions may finally be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood, which we recognize as the aspiration of the Palestinian people.

20. The United States will establish a dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to agree on a political horizon for peaceful and prosperous co-existence.

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