Palestinian Resistance factions have vehemently condemned the latest Zionist assassination operation carried out in Qatar, denouncing the targeting of Palestinian figures as a “cowardly” act that underscores what they described as “the political and military failure of this fascist, criminal enemy.”
In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, the factions asserted that this assassination attempt reflects “the ongoing failure of the occupation in the face of the steadfast determination and unyielding will of the Palestinian people’s heroes.”
The factions mourned the martyrdom of Jihad Lubad, office director for senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya, as well as al-Hayya’s son, Hammam, Abdullah Abdel Wahed, Moamen Hassouna, and Ahmad al-Mamlouk.
The groups emphasized that the targeted assassination of key figures within the Hamas leadership and members of the Palestinian negotiating delegation demonstrates “the occupation’s deliberate attempt to prolong the war and obstruct any prospects for a political resolution.”
“This attempted assassination exposes the malicious and criminal nature of the Zionist entity, directly supported by the criminal Trump and his fascist administration,” the statement stressed.
Furthermore, the Resistance factions also called on Arab and Islamic nations, as well as free people of the world, to “remain vigilant and rise up against an entity that has become a global threat.”
They stressed that the Zionist regime continues to act with impunity and disregard for international law, warning that its actions not only destabilize the region, but also endanger global peace and security.
‘A treacherous assassination attempt’
Similarly, Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas strongly condemned, on Tuesday, the “treacherous assassination attempt” by the Israeli occupation targeting its negotiating delegation in the Qatari capital, Doha.
In an official statement, Hamas said, “The treacherous attempt by the Zionist occupation to assassinate the Hamas negotiating delegation in Doha today is a heinous crime, a blatant act of aggression, and a flagrant violation of all international norms and laws.”
Hamas stressed that the attack was not only aimed at its delegation but also constituted an assault on Qatar itself. “This crime represented an aggression against the sovereignty of the State of Qatar, which, alongside sisterly Egypt, has played an important and responsible role in sponsoring mediation efforts to halt the aggression, reach a ceasefire agreement, and secure a prisoner exchange,” the movement said.
Hamas confirmed that its leadership, who were the target of the strike, survived the attack, though several members of its team and security staff were martyred. The statement identified those martyred as: Jihad Lubad, office director for senior Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, and al-Hayya’s son, Hammam. Three others, including Abdullah Abdel Wahed, Mo’men Hassouna, and Ahmad al-Mamlouk, were also martyred, along with Qatari security officer Badr Saad al-Humaidi.
Zionist entity, US undermining negotiations
The movement tied the attack directly to ongoing negotiations, “Targeting the negotiating delegation, at the very moment it was discussing the latest proposal of US President Donald Trump, confirms beyond any doubt that Netanyahu and his government do not want to reach any agreement. They are deliberately working to sabotage every opportunity and derail international efforts, regardless of the fate of their prisoners, state sovereignty, or regional security.”
Hamas also accused Washington of complicity: “We hold the US administration jointly responsible with the occupation for this crime, given its constant support for aggression and the crimes of the occupation against our people.”
A coordinated attack
Zionist media revealed new details on the coordination between the occupation and the United States surrounding the strikes that were intended to target the Hamas leadership.
Channel 13 cited a senior Zionist official as saying that the attack was coordinated with Washington. The report highlighted the extent of joint planning between the two allies in the lead-up to the operation.
According to Channel 14’s correspondent, coordination included at least two key meetings in recent days. The first involved US Central Command chief Gen. Brad Cooper, who recently arrived in the occupied Palestinian territories and held his first meeting with Zionist Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.
The two are said to have maintained daily communications, sometimes more than once per day, focusing heavily on military coordination tied to the operation.
A second meeting reportedly took place within the last 24 hours between Zionist Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer and US envoy Steve Witkoff, further underlining the high-level engagement between the two sides.
Regional Resistance factions respond to strike
The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) labels the attack a “double crime,” highlighting its dual nature: the assassination of Palestinian political leaders and the violation of Qatar’s sovereignty. The PFLP’s statement is particularly strong in its formal and legalistic tone, describing the act as an “organized terrorist act” conducted “with direct American sponsorship.” It frames the attack as evidence of the “hysteria” of a “rogue entity” that is failing to achieve its goals.
Al-Nujaba Movement in Iraq, in its statement, emphasizes the futility of negotiation and diplomacy with “israel”. They assert that “the only language that this usurping entity should be confronted with is the logic of force and rejection.” This sentiment suggests that the attack, which occurred during discussions about a U.S. proposal, proves that Israel is not a reliable partner for peace. The group also directly addresses Arab states that have normalized relations with the zionist state, warning them that they are not safe and will face a similar fate. This direct challenge to “normalizing Arabs” and the call for them to “return to your lineage if you are Arabs” is a unique and aggressive element of their message.
The Resistance Committees in Palestine echo the sentiment that the attack demonstrates “israel’s” thirst for bloodshed and its intention to “ignite the entire region.” Their statement is notable for its historical context, connecting the Doha attack to a long list of previous “israeli” strikes across the Arab world, from Tunisia and Syria to Yemen.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s statement is concise and direct, condemning the act as a “criminal act par excellence.” It focuses on the hypocrisy of the attack occurring while Doha was hosting negotiations, stating that the action “violates all human standards and the lowest international laws and norms.” They hold the Trump administration directly responsible, noting that the aggression came right after the so-called “Trump proposal.”
Hezbollah fiercely condemned the “israeli” strike on Hamas’ negotiating delegation in Doha, calling it a cowardly crime and a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty. The movement stressed that the attack proves that the zionist entity rejects negotiations and pursues only massacres, destruction, and displacement, with full U.S. backing. Hezbollah urged Arab and Islamic states, as well as the international community, to move beyond words of condemnation—cutting ties with “israel” and pressuring Washington to end its unconditional support. The statement concluded that such aggression will only deepen Palestinian commitment to resistance until victory is achieved.