Rubio says US, Qatar nearing defense agreement after Israeli attack on Doha
The agreement aims to strengthen Qatar's sovereignty and enhance U.S.-Qatar defense cooperation after Israel's attack on Hamas leaders, supporting Qatar's role as mediator in Gaza ceasefire talks.
- The United States and Qatar are close to finalizing an enhanced defense cooperation agreement following Israel's attack on Hamas leaders in Doha, according to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
- Rubio emphasized Qatar's role as a mediator in the Gaza conflict, stating, 'If any country in the world can help mediate it, Qatar is the one.'
- The Israeli attack was condemned by Qatar, which affirmed its commitment to continue mediation efforts despite the aggression, described as 'cowardly and treacherous.'
- Rubio indicated urgency in the situation, warning that the window for diplomacy with Hamas was narrowing.
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