Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Israel Strikes in Doha

Israel’s Doha strike revives old questions of timing, targets, and diplomatic fallout

Israel’s Doha strike echoes past dilemmas, from Ariel Sharon’s 2003 near-miss to Mossad hits abroad, showing how opportunity and diplomacy clash.

Qatar, in the firing line again, tries to balance diplomatic and business ambitions

By Andrew Mills, Rachna Uppal and Yousef SabaDOHA (Reuters) -Israel's strikes targeting Hamas in Doha, hot on the heels of an Iranian hit on a U.S. base in the Gulf nation in June, could shake Qatar's image as a stable business hub as it seeks to balance commercial goals with global diplomatic ambitions.

Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Israel Strikes in Doha

German officials have condemned Israel's military action in Doha, describing it as a violation of Qatari sovereignty and a hindrance to hostage release efforts. The attack resulted in the death of five Hamas members, increasing regional tensions and complicating diplomatic initiatives for peace.