The IDF's recent strike on senior Hamas officials in Doha has raised concerns for the safety of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. While the strike reportedly killed a leader's son, the larger objective of targeting Hamas's leadership remains unclear. Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, experts believe this strike is the "logical conclusion" of Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza and that the militant group's lack of interest in peace will only prolong the conflict. As live updates come in, the families of Israeli hostages are closely following the situation with fear and anxiety for their loved ones.
The Israeli military has confirmed that they launched an operation named 'Summit of Fire' in Doha, Qatar, targeting Hamas' leadership including Khalil al-Hayya, Khaled Mashal, and other senior officials. However, the fate of the targets is still unclear. The strike has been condemned by Qatar's Foreign Ministry and praised by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, causing tensions to rise in the already volatile region. This attack comes as the latest setback in efforts to bring peace and end the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
During a live broadcast of Good Morning Britain, presenter Kate Garraway shared news of a devastating earthquake measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale that struck Russia's eastern coast in the early hours of the morning. The earthquake has triggered tsunami alerts across the Pacific region, with residents in Hawaii already evacuating from coastal areas. The earthquake is considered to be one of the strongest ever recorded and has also caused concerns for the Fukushima nuclear facility in Japan. Viewers were provided with live updates and footage of the possible impact throughout the show.
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani has declared that his country will not tolerate any violation of its sovereignty and has the right to retaliate against Israel's attack on Hamas officials in Gaza. The minister also revealed that the US had warned Qatar of the attack, which he described as "treacherous." Qatar has formed a legal team to handle its response and has reaffirmed its commitment to mediate between Israel and Hamas.
In a targeted strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital Doha, Israel claims to have taken out six people, including a Qatari security member. While Hamas asserts that their leadership team survived, videos captured the chaos in the city as the strikes began. US President Donald Trump confirms that the US was aware of the attack and attempted to warn the Qataris, but it was too late. Qatar has called the strike a violation of international law, with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowing to hold Hamas leaders accountable. The attack has sparked anger and raised concerns over the failure of diplomatic talks.
Nepal has been plunged into political chaos after Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli resigned amidst ongoing Gen Z-led protests against a social media ban and rampant corruption. Demonstrators have targeted government offices and set fire to the private residences of top officials, causing injuries and prompting the closure of the country's international airport. The Nepal Army has issued a call for restraint and dialogue, but authorities have warned that continued violence will result in increased security measures. India has also advised its citizens in Nepal to exercise caution, and security forces have been placed on high alert along the India-Nepal border.
After a shooting in Jerusalem claimed six lives on Monday, Israel has escalated its military actions by launching an airstrike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. The attack took place shortly after Hamas claimed responsibility for the Jerusalem shooting. The United Arab Emirates, which recently normalised relations with Israel, strongly condemned the attack on Doha. Other regional powers such as Saudi Arabia and Egypt also denounced the strike, with Pope Leo expressing concern over the consequences of Israel's actions. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the attack was entirely justified due to the events in Jerusalem and the loss of four soldiers in Gaza.
In a dramatic turn of events, Israel launched a strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital Doha, leading to the death of six people including a Qatari security officer. While Hamas claims its leadership team survived the attack, US President Donald Trump says the US military was aware of the operation and attempted to warn the Qataris, but it was too late. This attack signals that Israel has given up on peace talks and the Qatari government has denounced it as a blatant violation of international law. Amidst the escalating tensions, reporters on the ground capture the moment of the attack and provide insights on the aftermath.
A strike carried out by Israel on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar's capital, has been met with strong claims from Hamas that their leadership team has survived. The attack resulted in six casualties, including a member of Qatari security forces. Amid conflicting reports of being informed beforehand, the US and Qatar both condemn the strike as a violation of international law, while experts weigh in on the implications for Israel's stance on negotiations and Qatar's response. Video footage has emerged of the strike, adding to the tense situation in the region.
Gen Z protests in Nepal over the government's social media ban have reached new heights as Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli announced his resignation. Despite curfew orders and the burning of key ministers' houses, youth activists continue to demand their voices be heard. Oli, who had just convened an all-party meeting to address the crisis, emphasized the need for peaceful dialogue in order to find a resolution. However, the resignation of Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak was not enough to quell the protesters, who are calling for Oli's resignation. Online news portals have condemned the government for its violent crackdown, with many highlighting the underlying issues of corruption, unemployment, and nepotism driving the protests.