Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, has strongly condemned the actions in Gaza, stating that "nothing is justifying this." Speaking to British journalist Piers Morgan on Tuesday, the Qatari leader described those responsible for the atrocities as "war criminals."

Sheikh Mohammed's remarks came in response to a question regarding Israel's conduct in the Gaza Strip. He acknowledged that the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack on Israel was "a massacre, and should be condemned," and that accountability should follow. However, he asserted that Israel's subsequent response was not justified.

"Hospitals have been targeted, schools have been targeted. Whatever the justifications and the arguments, nothing is justifying this," the Prime Minister stated. He also highlighted that over 1,400 Gazans have been killed since the October 2025 ceasefire ostensibly came into effect. He further noted that "almost 70 percent of the Strip has been occupied" by Israeli forces, who he accused of not fulfilling their commitments under the agreement, suggesting "different intentions."

The Qatari Prime Minister indicated that Israel had "undermined" Qatar's efforts to broker a ceasefire "from day one of the war." He also condemned an Israeli attack on Doha in 2025, which targeted senior Hamas officials involved in negotiations and violated Qatar's sovereignty. "We were attacked by Israel while we were mediating and trying to push for Trump’s proposal at that time in Doha. It was unacceptable and condemned," he said, calling it a precedent of attacking a mediator.

Sheikh Mohammed emphasized that playing the role of a mediator has been challenging but maintained that diplomacy behind closed doors is the most effective path to progress. Qatar continues to engage in mediation efforts, aiming to provide counsel to the US government and Iran on reaching a resolution to the ongoing conflict.

The Prime Minister's strong denunciation underscores Qatar's position on the ongoing conflict and its commitment to diplomatic solutions amidst widespread criticism of the humanitarian situation in Gaza. His comments reflect a growing international concern over the scale of destruction and loss of life in the region.

Qatar has consistently advocated for a peaceful resolution and has been a key mediator in facilitating dialogue between various parties involved in the conflict. The Prime Minister's latest statements reinforce this stance, highlighting the severe consequences of the ongoing hostilities and the urgent need for de-escalation.

While the specific details of the "Trump proposal" were not elaborated upon, the mention suggests ongoing diplomatic initiatives aimed at achieving a ceasefire and a broader peace settlement. The Prime Minister's remarks come at a time when international pressure is mounting on all parties to uphold humanitarian law and pursue diplomatic avenues.