Qatar is a key US ally and a mediator in Gaza talks !!! Modi's assertive diplomacy !! :::: PM calls Qatar Emir, condemns Israeli strikes on Doha

Violation of sovereignty: PM calls Qatar Emir, condemns Israeli strikes on Doha

Qatar is a key US ally and a mediator in the Gaza peace talks. 

The attack took place at a time when several Hamas leaders were in Doha to participate in the US-backed ceasefire talks.

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"Spoke with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and expressed deep concern at the attacks in Doha. India condemns the violation of the sovereignty of the brotherly State of Qatar," PM Narendra Modi tweeted. 

This has a significance of its own as it came a day after the Israeli forces carried out airstrikes in an assassination attempt on top Hamas officials in Doha.

Modi expressed "deep concern" on the attack. 

The PM added that he spoke to the Emir of Qatar, condemned the "violation" of Qatar's sovereignty and called for dialogue to resolve disputes.  

According to Hamas, at least five people were killed in the strike, including three bodyguards of Hamas leaders. Khalil al-Hayya's son, Hammam al-Hayya, and his office manager, Jihad Labad, were both killed.

Expressing concern over the incidents, PM Modi praised Doha’s efforts to promote regional peace and stability. 

He specifically acknowledged Qatar’s mediation role in Gaza, including initiatives for a ceasefire and the release of hostages.  

The Prime Minister underlined the importance of resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy and stressed the need to prevent further escalation.

"We support resolution of issues through dialogue and diplomacy, and avoiding escalation. 

India stands firmly in support of peace and stability in the region, and against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations," Modi added.  

India's foreign ministry said -- "We have seen reports about the Israeli strikes in Doha earlier today. We are deeply concerned by this development and its impact on the security situation in the region".

In response to Modi's gestures, Sheikh Tamim thanked Modi for his message of solidarity with the people and the State of Qatar.

Both leaders welcomed the steady progress of the India-Qatar Strategic Partnership and pledged to deepen cooperation across sectors of mutual interest. They also agreed to maintain close communication going forward.

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