Wed Sep 10 01:28:26 UTC 2025: **Headline: Trump Publicly Rebukes Netanyahu Over Israeli Strike in Qatar, Risks Peace Efforts**
**Washington D.C. – September 10, 2025** – In a rare and significant departure from his unwavering support for Israel, U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following an Israeli strike against Hamas targets within Qatar. The incident, which took place on Tuesday, September 9th, has sparked diplomatic tensions and threatens to derail ongoing peace negotiations between Israel and Hamas, brokered by Qatar.
President Trump asserted he was not informed in advance of the attack, which targeted Hamas elements allegedly located in Doha. “I’m not thrilled about the whole situation,” he told reporters, emphasizing his administration’s desire to secure the release of hostages held by Palestinian militants.
The location of the strike is particularly sensitive due to Qatar’s crucial role in the region. Besides its mediation efforts, Qatar hosts a major U.S. airbase and recently gifted President Trump a luxury Boeing 747-8 jet, raising ethical concerns.
Trump took to his Truth Social platform to distance himself from the decision, stating, “This was a decision made by Prime Minister Netanyahu, it was not a decision made by me.” He added, “I view Qatar as a strong Ally and friend of the U.S., and feel very badly about the location of the attack.”
The White House released a statement, echoing Trump’s sentiments. “Unilaterally bombing inside Qatar, a Sovereign Nation and close Ally of the United States, that is working very hard and bravely taking risks with us to broker Peace, does not advance Israel or America’s goals,” it stated.
While the U.S. military informed the White House of the impending attack, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff was notified too late to prevent it. Trump stated he spoke with Netanyahu afterward and attempted to present a positive outlook, suggesting the incident could provide “an opportunity for PEACE.”
Amidst Qatari complaints, President Trump announced he has directed Secretary of State Marco Rubio to finalize a defense cooperation agreement with Doha. He also assured Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani that “such a thing will not happen again on their soil.”
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry confirmed receiving a warning call from an American official, but only as the explosions from the Israeli attack were heard. This incident marks another instance of Qatar finding itself in the midst of regional turmoil, following missile strikes by Iran targeting the U.S. Al Udeid airbase in June.
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