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How is the U.S. reacting to the Israel strike in Qatar?

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The U.S. expressed displeasure over Israel's strike in Qatar, citing lack of prior notice, but reaffirmed support for Israel and urged diplomatic progress. U.S. officials are working to balance support for Israel with efforts to maintain Qatar as a key mediator in Gaza ceasefire talks.

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Rubio vows 'strong support' for Qatar after Israel strike

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  • Marco Rubio seeks to re-engage Qatar in mediating the Gaza conflict. 6s
  • An Israeli strike targeted Hamas leaders in Doha, raising regional tensions. 12s
  • Rubio states there is a short window for a possible deal. 16s
  • The US was reportedly not informed by Israel before the strike in Qatar. 1m 9s
  • Washington is working to calm tensions with Qatar while supporting Israel. 1m 16s
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Rubio vows 'strong support' for Qatar after Israel strike
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France 24
4 hours ago
Rubio vows 'strong support' for Qatar after Israel strike

The U.S. Secretary of State's visit to Qatar comes as Israel's ground offensive in Gaza City is underway. Washington is calling for dialogue even though the Israeli Prime Minister continues to issue threats to Hamas.

What to know about Rubio's trip to Israel, Qatar summit
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CBS News
20 hours ago
What to know about Rubio's trip to Israel, Qatar summit

The White House was not pleased with Israel's lack of adequate warning before the strike in Qatar, and the president was not happy about it.

What to know about Rubio's trip to Israel, Qatar summit
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CBS News
20 hours ago
What to know about Rubio's trip to Israel, Qatar summit

The secretary's visit to Israel reinforces long-held American policy, that its support is paramount, in spite of the recent offensive.

Israeli airstrike on Doha undermines Gaza ceasefire efforts
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DW News
1 day ago
Israeli airstrike on Doha undermines Gaza ceasefire efforts

Qatar and Israel are both key allies of the United States. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, presenting a united front.

Rubio in Israel as fallout from IDF strike on Qatar continues
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CBS America
2 days ago
Rubio in Israel as fallout from IDF strike on Qatar continues

President Trump was, quote, unhappy about the Israeli airstrike in Qatar, a major U.S. ally.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Israel for talks
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CBC News
2 days ago
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Israel for talks

The Americans are basically saying while they are upset with Israel, with what it did and with not giving it enough advance notice, they are still supporting Israel.

Marco Rubio visits Israel to push for Gaza ceasefire talks
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France 24
2 days ago
Marco Rubio visits Israel to push for Gaza ceasefire talks

The latest point of contention between the countries is an Israeli strike carried out in Qatar, a close U.S. ally. U.S. President Donald Trump was critical of the strike.

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