Starmer Condemns Israeli Strikes on Doha

(MENAFN) Hours before his scheduled discussions with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized the assaults on Qatar’s capital, Doha, while maintaining his choice to proceed with the meeting.

Speaking in the House of Commons on Wednesday, Starmer joined the worldwide denunciation of Israel over its missile attacks targeting the Hamas negotiating team in Doha.

"I condemn the strikes that Israel carried out in Doha yesterday. They violate Qatar's sovereignty. They do nothing to secure the peace that the UK and so many of our allies are committed to.”

Starmer revealed that he spoke with the Qatari emir on Tuesday evening, shortly after the assault, to express Britain’s “support and solidarity.”

“He was crystal clear that, notwithstanding the attacks, he will continue to work on a diplomatic solution to achieve a ceasefire and a two-state outcome."

Emphasizing his prior meeting with Palestinian Authority President Abbas on Monday, and his upcoming engagement with Israeli President Isaac Herzog immediately after addressing Parliament, Starmer urged Israel to take steps toward peace.

"I will be absolutely clear that we condemn Israel's action. I will also be clear that restrictions on aid must be lifted. The offensive in Gaza must stop and settlement building must cease. But, Mr. Speaker, however difficult, the UK will not walk away from a diplomatic solution."

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