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Qatar PM Demands Global Action Against Israel

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani has urged the international community to reject “double standards” and hold Israel accountable for its actions. His comments followed the Israeli airstrike in Doha on 9 September 2025, which Qatar said was a violation of its sovereignty. Strong Condemnation of Airstrike Sheikh Mohammed condemned the strike as

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Arab-Islamic Summit Backs Qatar After Israeli Strike

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

Leaders from Arab and Islamic nations gathered in Doha to show support for Qatar following the Israeli airstrike on 9 September 2025. The attack killed five Hamas operatives and one Qatari security officer. Condemnation of the Attack A draft resolution at the summit condemned the Israeli strike as destabilizing to the region. While it did […]

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Israel Accuses Pakistan at UN Over Bin Laden

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

At a United Nations Security Council session, Israel sharply criticised Pakistan, saying Islamabad cannot deny that Osama bin Laden was killed on Pakistani soil. The Israeli representative accused Pakistan of sheltering bin Laden and drew parallels with what Israel characterises as double standards in global counterterrorism. Claims Made by Israel Israel’s UN ambassador

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India’s UN Vote on Two States: France Gains, Israel Loses

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

India’s decision to back the UN resolution endorsing the two-state solution for Palestine marked a significant departure from its recent abstentions. In siding with the overwhelming majority at the General Assembly, New Delhi appeared to prioritize its broader global calculus over bilateral sensitivities with Israel. The result was a moment where France gained credibility

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India Votes for UN’s ‘New York Declaration’

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

India voted in favour of a United Nations General Assembly resolution endorsing the “New York Declaration,” which lays out concrete, time-bound steps toward a two-state solution and the recognition of a Palestinian state. The resolution was adopted on 12 September at the UN headquarters in New York with 142 votes in favour, 10 against and […]

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UN Condemns Strikes On Qatar, Avoiding Naming Israel

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

On September 11, 2025, the UN Security Council issued a statement condemning the airstrikes in Doha, Qatar. The resolution was passed unanimously by all 15 members. The statement did not explicitly name Israel as the perpetrator. Details Of The Attack The strikes targeted Hamas political leaders in Doha, especially in meeting areas used for mediation […]

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Qatar PM Calls Israeli Strike ‘State Terror,’ Gulf Rallies Support

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has sharply condemned the recent Israeli airstrike in Doha, describing it as “state terror.” He demanded that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu be held accountable. Gulf Solidarity Following the attack, several Gulf countries expressed solidarity with Qatar. Regional leaders warned that the strike could

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Israel Says It Doesn’t Always Act For U.S. Interests

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

President Donald Trump publicly distanced himself from the strike, stating it was carried out unilaterally by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He said he was informed “unfortunately, too late to stop the attack,” and described the strike as “unhelpful to U.S. and Israeli interests.” Trump stressed the importance of Qatar’s role in diplomatic efforts and […]

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Trump Rebukes Netanyahu Over Israeli Strike in Qatar

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a rare rebuke of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Israel carried out an airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders. Trump stressed that the decision to strike was made solely by Israel and described it as “counterproductive,” arguing that it damaged both American and Israeli strategic interests. Regret Over Timing […]

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US Says It Warned Qatar Before Israel’s Strike

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

The White House said it had informed Qatari officials in advance of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha. Qatar disputed the account, insisting it only learned of the attack after explosions began. The disagreement focuses on when, and through whom, the message was delivered, as Israel widened its operations beyond Gaza. Trump’s Reaction U.S. […]