Doha: Qatar has strongly condemned the recent Israeli attack on a residential area in Doha as a blatant violation of its sovereignty and international law. The remarks were delivered by HE Qatar's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Dr. Hind Abdulrahman Al Muftah, during an interactive dialogue within the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC60).

According to Qatar News Agency, Dr. Al Muftah was referring to the September 9 attack on the residences of Hamas' negotiating team - an assault, which occurred near schools, mosques, and diplomatic missions, and resulted in civilian casualties. Her Excellency warned that the attack not only breached the UN Charter and human rights treaties, but also directly undermined diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving peace in the region.

Qatar was attacked for its role as a mediator, Dr. Al Muftah said. Instead of being recognized for facilitating peaceful dialogue, Doha was treacherously targeted by the very party it was engaging with to promote human rights and peace, she added. Her Excellency described the attack as armed, cowardly, and treacherous, adding that it represents a dangerous precedent - one that threatens any future peace negotiations and disregards the principles of diplomatic immunity and international norms.

Despite the aggression, Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to its mediating role, pledging to continue working as a neutral and credible international partner in pursuit of peace and regional stability. Dr. Al Muftah called on the international community and the Human Rights Council to take a clear stand against such criminal acts and ensure accountability. She emphasized that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the United Nations Charter - a reminder, she said, of the fundamental global commitment to reject the use of force in international relations.