A powerful explosion rocked Doha on Tuesday, September 9, targeting senior Hamas leaders during ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Israel has confirmed responsibility for the strike, and a senior Israeli official has now claimed that the United States was notified in advance and gave full political cover for the operation.
Targeting Hamas Leaders in Doha
According to reports, the blast struck the Katara District of Doha, where members of Hamas’s negotiating team were stationed. The delegation was in Qatar as part of ongoing talks aimed at reaching a ceasefire and humanitarian arrangement in Gaza.
Israeli officials confirmed the strike targeted top Hamas figures, including Khalil al-Hayya and Jabarin, both considered key leaders within the group. Eyewitnesses in Doha reported panic and heavy security deployments following the explosion. Casualty details are still awaited.
U.S. Involvement
In a significant revelation, a senior Israeli official told local media that Washington was briefed ahead of the strike. According to the statement, the U.S. not only knew about the attack but also provided full diplomatic backing.
The official said: “America gave us full cover for the attack against Hamas in Qatar. The U.S. was notified before Hamas leaders were struck.”
This claim, if confirmed, highlights Washington’s direct support for Israel’s military actions even outside Gaza, raising questions about the future of Qatar’s role as mediator.
