Turkey Condemns Israeli Strike on Hamas in Doha, Warns Regional Destabilization

Turkey has strongly condemned Israel's recent airstrike targeting Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, describing it as a violation of international law and Qatar's sovereignty. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the Turkish Foreign Ministry accused Israel of pursuing expansionist and terrorist policies, emphasizing that the attack undermines ongoing ceasefire negotiations and demonstrates Israel's preference for continuing conflict over peace. The strike, which targeted Hamas negotiators amid US-led ceasefire talks, has escalated tensions in the Gulf region and challenged assumptions about US security guarantees protecting Qatar, home to a major US military base. Turkey, an ally of Qatar, has expressed solidarity and promised coordination of joint responses but faces limited options due to the region's complex security frameworks involving the US, UK, and Gulf Cooperation Council. The attack has also reignited historical grievances over Arab unity and resistance, highlighting the shift from past collective defiance against Israel to current patterns of normalization and confrontation. These developments raise concerns about potential escalation between Turkey and Israel, with Turkish air forces increasing patrols and speculation about Israeli operations in the region.