UN Security Council Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar, sans Mention of Israel

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The United Nations Security Council on Thursday condemned recent strikes on Qatar's capital Doha, resulting from an Israeli attack aimed at killing Hamas leaders, while avoiding any mention of Israel in the statement agreed to by all 15 members, including the United States. The attack, described by the United States as a unilateral action not advancing U.S. and Israeli interests, has escalated Israeli military action. The strike reflects heightened tensions, with Israel's U.N. Ambassador, Danny Danon, emphasizing the message that there is no immunity for terrorists, and stating that Israel will act against terror leaders wherever they are hiding. The U.S. traditionally shields its ally Israel, but President Donald Trump's dissatisfaction with the attack ordered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has led to a shift in U.S. backing for the Security Council statement.

Key Takeaways:

  • The UN Security Council condemned the recent strikes on Doha, resulting from an Israeli attack aimed at killing Hamas leaders.
  • The Security Council statement, drafted by Britain and France, emphasizes the importance of de-escalation and expresses solidarity with Qatar.
  • The United States traditionally shields its ally Israel, but its backing for the Security Council statement reflects President Trump's unhappiness with the attack ordered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • The statement, agreed to by all 15 members, including Israel's ally the United States, does not mention Israel.
  • Israel's U.N. Ambassador, Danny Danon, stated that there is no immunity for terrorists and that Israel will act against terror leaders wherever they are hiding.
  • The attack was described by the United States as a unilateral action not advancing U.S. and Israeli interests.
  • President Trump's dissatisfaction with the attack has led to a shift in U.S. backing for the Security Council statement.
  • The Security Council members underscored the importance of de-escalation and expressed solidarity with Qatar.
  • They underlined their support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar.

Statistics:

  • The United Nations Security Council comprises 15 members.
  • The statement was drafted by Britain and France.
  • The attack on Doha resulted from an Israeli attempt to kill Hamas leaders.
  • The United States shields its ally Israel at the United Nations, but has backed the Security Council statement condemning the strike.
  • President Trump's dissatisfaction with the attack has led to a shift in U.S. backing for the statement.

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  • [Publication by HT Digital Content Services with permission from The New Nation]