Topic: Doha

Donald Trump called for Ukraine to hold elections, noting that the country is no longer a democracy under Zelensky's martial law. General Flynn also critiqued the recent Doha conference, expressing skepticism about Middle Eastern diplomatic deals while regional actors continue to work against American interests.

Syrian Girl reports on the Israeli strike in Qatar, alleging that the US lured Hamas leaders to a peace summit in Doha specifically so Israel could bomb them. While Trump claims he warned Qatar, the Qatari government maintains they were only notified after the attack began. The segment highlights the contradiction of Qatar shooting down missiles headed for Israel while failing to protect its own territory.

Israel conducted an unprecedented airstrike in Doha, Qatar, targeting the residential headquarters of the Hamas political bureau. Reports indicate the strike killed senior Hamas leadership who were allegedly lured to the location under the guise of a peace conference promoted by the Trump administration. Iran and Qatari officials condemned the act as a violation of international law that jeopardizes ongoing ceasefire and hostage negotiations.

Chief Foreign Correspondent Ian Pannell reports that the IDF conducted a precise strike on the office of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Doha. The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the attack as a flagrant violation of sovereignty, noting that Doha has long served as a base for international negotiating teams. The strike occurred shortly after President Trump suggested a hostage deal was imminent, potentially ending immediate prospects for a ceasefire.

Donald Trump confirmed that US nuclear submarines launched 30 Tomahawk missiles, all of which reportedly hit their targets in Iran. In response, Israeli officials and Axios reported that Iran launched missiles toward the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. Witnesses in Doha reported hearing explosions as anti-missile defense systems were activated to intercept the incoming fire.

The discussion turns to the Hamas military leadership based in Doha, Qatar. Levant criticizes Antony Blinken for thanking the Emir of Qatar rather than demanding the extradition of terrorists. He suggests that the two U.S. aircraft carrier groups in the region might actually be there to prevent Israel from striking Tehran or Qatar, rather than to support Israeli operations.