Israel’s Gaza Strikes Kill 72; Qatar Condemns Attack as ‘Collective Response’
The Israeli military has intensified its campaign in Gaza, killing at least 72 Palestinians in the latest airstrikes. The offensive is part of Israel’s broader push to seize control of Gaza City while forcibly displacing nearly one million residents.
According to Gaza health officials, relentless bombardments have destroyed entire neighborhoods, leaving civilians with nowhere safe to go. Witnesses reported that residential towers were hit without prior evacuation warnings, amplifying fears of mass civilian casualties.
Qatar Condemns Attack on Hamas Leadership
Tensions spiked after Israel launched an airstrike in Doha, targeting senior Hamas leaders. Qatar, which has mediated between Hamas and the international community, denounced the move as an act of “Israeli thuggery.”
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani stated that the country is working to form a “collective regional and global response” against Israel’s aggression. He further revealed that the attack was carried out without any prior warning from the United States, despite Washington’s involvement in ceasefire negotiations.
U.S.-Backed Ceasefire Talks at Risk
The assault coincides with ongoing U.S.-backed efforts to broker a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. Diplomatic sources confirmed that talks have stalled due to escalating violence, with Washington urging restraint while regional actors express anger at Israel’s disregard for international law.
Global protests have erupted, demanding accountability and immediate halts to civilian bombings. Human rights organizations have warned that continued displacement and targeting of non-combatants could amount to war crimes.
Wider Regional Escalation: Yemen Also Targeted
In a parallel development, Israeli warplanes conducted fresh airstrikes in Sanaa, Yemen, and other parts of the country. Yemen’s Health Ministry reported that at least 35 people were killed in the attacks.
The strikes follow accusations that Yemen’s Houthi movement has been supporting armed groups in Gaza. Analysts warn that Israel’s widening military operations risk igniting a broader regional conflict, drawing in states already tense over the Gaza war.
Starvation and Humanitarian Collapse
Beyond the bombs, famine continues to stalk Gaza. In the last 24 hours alone, five Palestinians, including a child, died from hunger and severe malnutrition.
Since October 2023, Israeli bombardments have killed 64,656 Palestinians and wounded 163,503 others, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. Thousands more remain buried under rubble, unaccounted for.
By contrast, Israel reports that 1,139 Israelis were killed in Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023, with nearly 200 people taken hostage.
Why did Qatar condemn Israel’s strikes?
Qatar condemned the attack on Hamas leaders in Doha as “thuggery” and vowed to build a collective international response against Israel’s actions.
How many people have died in Gaza since October 2023?
At least 64,656 Palestinians have been killed, with more than 163,503 injured, while thousands remain missing under collapsed buildings.
What impact have the strikes had on civilians?
Airstrikes have destroyed homes, hospitals, and shelters, forcing over one million Palestinians into displacement and worsening famine conditions.
Has the U.S. supported Israel’s recent actions?
The U.S. continues to back Israel but has expressed concern over civilian deaths. However, Qatar stated Washington did not warn them of Israel’s Doha strike.
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