Sunday, September 14, 2025 -Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that eliminating Hamas’s leadership in Qatar would clear the biggest obstacle to reaching a settlement in Gaza.
He argued that while Hamas commanders inside Gaza remain a military threat, the political leadership abroad is blocking progress on ceasefire and hostage negotiations.
The comments come as fighting intensifies in Gaza and pressure mounts from both allies and critics for Israel to outline a path toward de-escalation.
Netanyahu’s focus on Qatar underscores the growing frustration within Israel’s government, which sees external leadership as driving hardline positions that prolong the conflict.
The stance complicates diplomacy, as Qatar has also served as a mediator in talks involving the U.S. and Egypt.
Targeting Hamas leaders based there could jeopardize fragile channels for negotiation, raising questions about whether Israel seeks compromise or a more confrontational path. The move highlights the high stakes of regional politics and the uncertain future of any Gaza deal.
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