After Israeli Strike in Doha, Trump Will Meet Qatar’s Prime Minister Friday

An Israeli airstrike in Doha this week has triggered strong international reactions and raised new concerns about Middle East stability. The strike, which Israel said was aimed at Hamas officials based in Qatar, hit the capital city and immediately sparked condemnation from Qatar and other world powers.

Qatari leaders called the attack a “reckless violation” of the country’s sovereignty. Officials in Doha warned that such actions could threaten peace efforts and destabilize the wider Gulf region. Qatar has been hosting Hamas representatives in the city as part of ongoing talks for a ceasefire in Gaza.

The United Nations Security Council, with support from the United States, expressed concern over the strike and urged restraint. Regional powers, including Egypt and Turkey, also criticized Israel’s move, saying it could derail fragile negotiations.

In response to the growing tension, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he will meet Qatar’s Prime Minister on Friday. The meeting is expected to take place in Washington and will focus on the fallout from the strike as well as efforts to restart ceasefire talks.

Trump said earlier this week that the Israeli action “does not advance American goals,” signaling rare public disagreement between Washington and Tel Aviv. Qatar, meanwhile, has warned that it may not be able to continue its role as mediator if such strikes continue.

The upcoming meeting will be closely watched around the world. Analysts say it could help determine whether the U.S. and Qatar can work together to keep diplomatic channels open or if tensions will rise further.

Local reports from Doha described the strike as shocking for residents, with many expressing fear that the conflict could spread beyond Gaza. While Israel has defended its action as necessary against Hamas leaders, critics argue it sets a dangerous precedent by targeting another sovereign nation.

Friday’s talks between Trump and Qatar’s Prime Minister come at a critical time. With regional diplomacy already strained, the outcome of the meeting may influence not only ceasefire efforts in Gaza but also the future role of Qatar as a key mediator in the Middle East.