Doha: South Africa has issued a strong condemnation of what it describes as an illegal and unprovoked attack by the Israeli Defence Force in Doha, Qatar. The incident involved an assault on a civilian building located in a residential area, which was allegedly housing members of the Political Bureau of Hamas.
According to African Press Organization, the South African Government has stated that this action by the Israeli Defence Force represents a blatant violation of international law. The attack is seen as undermining the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as endangering civilian protection as stipulated in the United Nations Charter and international humanitarian law.
The assertion of a violation of Qatari sovereignty and territorial integrity is particularly significant given Qatar’s ongoing role as a facilitator in efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. The South African Government’s statement highlights the broader implications of the attack, emphasizing its potential to disrupt diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving ongoing conflicts in the region.