#israel-hamas-conflict

#israel-hamas-conflict

Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha is condemned around the world. Israel's bombing of a residential building in the capital, Doha, that was housing Hamas leaders, has drawn global condemnation. Fighter jets fired missiles into a residential compound in central Doha, where leaders of Hamas were meeting to discuss a US proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Today, Israel attacked Hamas, apparently targeting its lead negotiator, Khalil al-Hayya, in Doha, the capital of Qatar. This tactic is not endorsed in Getting to Yes or in any other guide to negotiation or international law. It is, however, consistent with the stated view of Israel's leadership, which is that avowed members of a group engaged in ongoing acts of terror are valid targets wherever they happen to be.

Israel today launched an air strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, the capital of Qatar, where they were discussing a possible peace deal in Gaza-a move that signals three things. First, no ceasefire, much less an enduring peace, is anywhere near, much less on, the table. Second, Hamas is in weaker shape than ever. But third, despite its military advantages, Israel is widening the war at huge political risks.

Israel launched an attack on the leadership of Hamas in Qatar on Tuesday, expanding its military actions that have ranged across the Middle East to include the Gulf Arab state where the Palestinian Islamist group has long had its political base. An Israeli official confirmed to Reuters that Israel had carried out an attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Qatar's Al Jazeera television, citing a Hamas source, said the attack targeted Hamas Gaza ceasefire negotiators.

Emma Graham-Harrison is the Guardian's chief Middle East correspondent and has this summary of what we know so far about the Jerusalem shooting: Four men have been killed by the two gunmen, who were killed by police, according to emergency services. One of the victims was in his 50s and three others in their thirties. Five other people have been taken to hospital with gunshot wounds. The two attackers were shot dead by police at the scene.

"Everyone has long been horrified by what is unfolding in Gaza - but the blocking of humanitarian aid and now plans for a military takeover of Gaza City has taken the conflict into uncharted territory."

They rode on top of suitcases and in wheelchairs, holding up peace signs, as they exited the arrivals terminal at San Francisco International Airport and walked through rows of volunteers waving Palestinian flags and holding kaffiyehs.

I want the light. And I see those of you who risk everything to hold it. I'm in awe of you.

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Father Gabriel Romanelli recalled the nightly calls from Pope Francis, highlighting the joy it brought to children at the Holy Family Church, who would cheer 'The Pope! Viva Papa!'.