Kenya has expressed concern over the Israeli attack in Qatar’s capital, Doha, on Tuesday, September 9, that left several people dead and scores injured.
The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, in a statement on Thursday, described the attack, said to have been targeting Hamas leaders, as a "clear violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity".
Kenya further warned that such acts of aggression posed a threat to regional stability and broader international peace and security.
"The Government of the Republic of Kenya notes with great concern the attack on a building in the State of Qatar that resulted in casualties, loss of life and property on Tuesday, 9th September 2025. On its own admission, the State of Israel carried out this bombing," the statement read.
“This conduct violates international law, undermines the principles of peace and security that we must all uphold, and is incompatible with the United Nations 1970 Declaration on Principles of International Law concerning Friendly Relations and Cooperation among States,” the Ministry stated.
On Tuesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed that the Israeli military carried out an attack on Qatar, marking the first time Israel has attacked the country.
Kenya joined other nations in strongly criticising the attack on Qatar, which has played an important role in mediating ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas.
The government has called on all sides to show maximum restraint and urged the international community to respect state sovereignty and peaceful coexistence.
The ministry stressed the importance of diplomacy and reiterated that sustainable peace is best achieved through dialogue, respect for international law, and mutual understanding.
After the attack, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned it as a "cowardly" act. Qatar's Interior Ministry reported that one of its internal security officers was among six people killed in the incident.
Kenya was among several countries, including the United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom, to express solidarity with Qatar and criticise Israel’s actions.
The European Union also warned against further escalation of the conflict in Gaza, emphasising that it is in no one’s interest.
