Qatar Emir vows response to Israeli attack at Arab-Islamic Summit

Israeli attack on Doha condemned

Sheikh Tamim described the attack as treacherous, occurring in a residential area with schools and diplomatic missions, resulting in six martyrs, including a Qatari citizen in the Internal Security Forces, and 18 injuries.

Questions raised on Israeli motives

He highlighted that the attack coincided with Hamas reviewing an American proposal mediated by Qatar and Egypt, questioning Israel’s contradictory stance of negotiating while attacking Hamas leadership.

Israel’s strategy criticised

Sheikh Tamim criticised Israel’s approach of presenting successive faits accomplis to the Arab world, forcing them to negotiate under pressure.

Firm resolve to confront aggression

He affirmed Qatar’s determination to use all lawful means to protect its sovereignty and confront the Israeli aggression.

Call for acceptance of Arab Peace Initiative

Sheikh Tamim emphasised that accepting the Arab Peace Initiative could have prevented much regional suffering and tragedy.