Qatar, Egypt, Turkey condemn Israeli military action in Gaza, say it undermines path to peace

Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey issued a joint statement on August 3, 2026, condemning "ongoing Israeli violations in Gaza," specifically citing the targeting of healthcare facilities and civilian casualties. The mediating countries claimed these actions constitute a "flagrant violation of international law" and undermine efforts towards de-escalation and the implementation of the second phase of a recently agreed-upon peace plan. This plan, announced by US President Donald Trump, involves the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza and marks the first time these factions have agreed to the entire proposal. The statement called on the international community to pressure Israel to fulfill its obligations under international law and the ceasefire agreement to ensure the completion of Trump's peace plan. The condemnation follows recent IDF strikes in Gaza, which killed several terrorists, including a Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander involved in the October 7 attacks.