It condemned what it referred to as a “flagrant violation of all international laws and norms” as smoke rose over its capital, Doha.
She said President Donald Trump believes the Israeli strike was an “unfortunate incident” that didn’t advance peace in the region.
The strike threatens to derail long-stalled ceasefire talks as more uncertain, as Israel gears up for a major offensive aimed at taking over Gaza City.
Surveillance footage aired by Al Jazeera showed the strike happened in Doha’s Diplomatic Quarter at a series of buildings that housed Hamas’ political wing.
An Egyptian official said the strike came when a meeting by Hamas officials over the talks had been scheduled for the site.
In contrast to previous Israeli operations against senior militants abroad, Netanyahu was quick to publicly claim the strike, saying: “Israel initiated it, Israel conducted it and Israel takes full responsibility.”.
The White House official would not say if Washington provided Israel with approval for carrying out the strike. »