Qatar says it will continue its efforts to mediate between Israel and Hamas. But diplomats and analysts believe the short term prospects for peace look dim.

Benjamin Netanyahu says the attack targeting Hamas leaders was "fully justified" - but Qatar calls the strike a "blatant violation".

During a recent cabinet meeting, Barnea reportedly told ministers, "You can’t eliminate senior Hamas officials abroad while negotiations are still ongoing with them. " Israeli officials claim that the Israeli strike in Qatar,