The Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar reports, citing Egyptian sources, that Israel struck Hamas’s headquarters in Qatar after deciding not to pursue an operation in Turkey, where many Hamas leaders also reside.

Having faced its second attack in three months Qatar may now find itself questioning its procurement choices and deterrence strategy.

According to details, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemned the Israeli attack and held a phone call with the Emir of Qatar. He assured full support and expressed readiness to take all necessary steps to ensure Qatar’s security. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned that Israel’s actions could lead to serious consequences.

Turkey says Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar shows that Jerusalem is not interested in peace. “The targeting of the Hamas negotiating delegation while ceasefire talks continue shows that Israel does not aim to reach peace, but rather continue the war,” the Turkish Foreign Ministry says in a statement.

Israel’s brazen attack in Qatar, a key US ally, will be felt across the Middle East, including Iran, experts say.