U.N. Condemns Israel's Airstrike as Threat to Regional Stability

During a Human Rights Council debate, the U.N. rights chief criticized Israel's recent strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar as a breach of international law. The incident undermines regional peace and provokes unified Arab states' support for Qatar. Israel rejected these allegations, claiming bias against them.

The United Nations rights chief has denounced Israel's airstrike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, stating that it disrupted regional peace and stability. Speaking at the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Volker Turk labeled the attack a 'shocking breach of international law' and detrimental to mediation processes worldwide.

The strike, reportedly killing five Hamas members, jeopardizes ceasefire negotiations in Gaza's ongoing conflict. It prompted Gulf Arab states to rally behind Qatar, culminating in a supportive summit in Doha.

Israel's ambassador dismissed the situation as biased, accusing the Human Rights Council of dispensing anti-Israel propaganda. Meanwhile, Qatar and its allies condemned the strike as 'state terrorism,' echoing calls for accountability. In related developments, a UN Commission accused Israel of committing genocide, allegations that Israel heatedly denied.

(With inputs from agencies.)