Overview

• India’s Ministry of External Affairs said it was deeply concerned by reports of Israeli strikes in Qatar’s capital and urged restraint.
• The statement called on all parties to pursue diplomatic solutions to avoid further escalation and protect regional security.
• Media reports said the strikes targeted senior Hamas leaders in Doha, with an AFP image showing smoke rising on September 9.
• Casualty figures and specific operational details were not confirmed in the cited reporting at the time of the statements.
• India’s response aligns with its June stance urging de-escalation over cross-border operations, reflecting a consistent emphasis on dialogue.