The Qatari Foreign Ministry has condemned what it called a “cowardly Israeli attack” in Doha, claiming the strike targeted a residential headquarters used by several members of Hamas’s Political Bureau.

In a strongly worded statement, Qatar accused Israel of violating international law and endangering the safety of Qatari residents. Officials said the attack represented a “serious threat to security and stability” in the Gulf nation.

According to reports, the targeted site was a villa in Doha where Hamas leadership had been lured shortly before the strike. Israel has not publicly addressed Qatar’s accusations, though Israeli officials previously stated that the operation was coordinated with the United States.

The incident marks an unprecedented escalation, as Qatar has traditionally acted as a mediator in regional conflicts while hosting Hamas’s political leadership. The fallout could complicate diplomatic efforts and strain Doha’s role as a key broker in Middle East negotiations.