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Trump Disavows Israel's Qatar Airstrike, Calls It 'Criminal'

9/10/2025

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President Trump clarified he did not authorize Israel's airstrike on Hamas leaders in Doha, attributing the decision to Prime Minister Netanyahu.
He criticized the strike for not advancing U.S. or Israeli interests and expressed regret over the attack on a U.S. ally.
Trump acknowledged the aim of eliminating Hamas but highlighted Qatar's role in peace efforts.
Explosions in Doha targeted residential buildings of Hamas leaders, labeled a "criminal assault" by Qatari officials.
The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the strike as a breach of international law, while Netanyahu confirmed Israel's responsibility.

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President Trump clarified he did not authorize Israel's airstrike on Hamas leaders in Doha, attributing the decision to Prime Minister Netanyahu.
He criticized the strike for not advancing U.S. or Israeli interests and expressed regret over the attack on a U.S. ally.
Trump acknowledged the aim of eliminating Hamas but highlighted Qatar's role in peace efforts.
Explosions in Doha targeted residential buildings of Hamas leaders, labeled a "criminal assault" by Qatari officials.
The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the strike as a breach of international law, while Netanyahu confirmed Israel's responsibility.