Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu states that the removal of Hamas leaders from Qatar would help in the release of hostages and in ending the war in Gaza.

Netanyahu stated that the airstrikes against the Hamas leadership in Doha, which resulted in the death of five members, including the son of a leader, are necessary to remove obstacles in the way of negotiations. Qatar condemned the attack, emphasizing that Hamas leaders are not interested in peace, while Hamas accused Israel of sabotaging the negotiations for a ceasefire. Israel demands the release of hostages and the disarmament of Hamas, which refuses to yield without an agreement that ensures a Palestinian state.