Overview

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al‑Thani and posted that he was deeply concerned by the attacks in Doha.
• Modi said India supports resolving issues through dialogue and diplomacy and stands against terrorism in all forms.
• According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi appreciated Qatar’s efforts to promote regional peace, including mediation aimed at a Gaza ceasefire and the release of all hostages.
• India’s Ministry of External Affairs said it was deeply concerned by the development and strongly urged restraint and diplomacy to protect regional peace and security.
• Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel initiated and conducted the operation and takes full responsibility, as reports cited six deaths in Doha and Hamas said five of its members were killed, while Qatar’s foreign ministry condemned a flagrant violation of international law.