Press Releases
Israel’s attack targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar
(Statement by Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi)
September 10, 2025
- On September 9 (local time), Israel announced that it carried out an attack targeting Hamas leaders staying in Doha, Qatar. The realization of a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages are urgent priorities. While serious diplomatic efforts are being pursued by relevant countries, including Qatar, Japan strongly condemns this attack as Israel’s action undermines those efforts and threatens Qatar's sovereignty and security, and consequently jeopardizes regional stability.
- Japan expresses its solidarity with Qatar and once again strongly urges Israel to immediately return to negotiations and to work in good faith towards a ceasefire and the release of hostages.
- Peace and stability in the Middle East are of paramount importance to Japan. Japan urges all parties concerned to refrain from any actions, including acts of terrorism, that could undermine regional stability, and strongly calls for de-escalation of tensions.
- The government of Japan is determined to make all necessary diplomatic efforts in order to prevent the further deterioration of the situation, while taking all possible measures to ensure the safety of Japanese nationals in the region.