US President Donald Trump on Sunday reacted to the growing tension between Israel and Qatar following an airstrike that struck Doha earlier in the week.
The attack, which was aimed at Hamas leaders, left five Hamas members and a Qatari security officer dead.
The strike marked an unusual move as Israel targeted Qatar’s capital while negotiations were ongoing between Israel and Hamas to end the conflict in Gaza. The development has created new friction in the region, drawing attention from Arab and Muslim leaders who gathered in Doha to show support for Qatar.
Trump acknowledged the situation by noting the importance of both Israel and Qatar to Washington and urged caution in the way military actions are carried out. His comments reflected concern over the fallout of the strike and the potential impact on US relations in the Middle East.
Qatar, which hosts the largest American military base in the region, has played a central role in diplomatic efforts between Israel and Hamas. The attack has now complicated those talks and raised questions about the stability of alliances in the Gulf.