Brussels – Wouter Beke, a prominent Member of the European Parliament (MEP), has issued a strong statement condemning the recent Israeli airstrike on Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, calling it a dangerous escalation that undermines peace efforts. Speaking from the European Parliament, Beke said,
“This is a new step in escalating violence. Qatar tried to act as an honest broker in peace negotiations, while this attack does not bring us closer to peace. I believe it is time for a ceasefire in which all hostages are released and the violence in Gaza comes to an end.”
Beke’s remarks come amid growing international alarm over the September 9 airstrike, which targeted Hamas’s political bureau in Qatar’s capital during critical U.S.-mediated ceasefire talks. The strike resulted in multiple casualties, including Hamas officials and a Qatari security officer, sending shockwaves through diplomatic circles.
As a leading voice within the European Union, Beke’s call reflects the urgency felt among many diplomats and lawmakers that military escalations must be halted to preserve the fragile possibility of peace. His emphasis on the release of hostages and an immediate end to violence in Gaza highlights humanitarian concerns at the heart of the conflict.
The airstrike drew widespread condemnation from world leaders, including from the United Nations, Gulf Cooperation Council, and members of the European Parliament, who view it as a breach of Qatar’s sovereignty and a risk for regional destabilization.
Beke’s statement reinforces the growing consensus within the EU that diplomatic efforts and negotiations must take precedence over armed conflict, urging all parties involved to exercise restraint and work toward a sustainable ceasefire.
The European Parliament continues to monitor the situation closely, with calls intensifying for coordinated action to support peace and humanitarian relief in the region. Beke’s forceful warning adds to the chorus demanding immediate steps to de-escalate tensions and restore dialogue in the Middle East.
This statement marks a critical moment in European parliamentary discourse, underscoring the bloc’s commitment to peace, human rights, and stability amidst one of the most volatile conflicts in recent history.
