BEIRUT, Lebanon, Sept. 15 (UPI) -- Arab and Islamic leaders expressed solidarity with Qatar on Monday, strongly condemning Israel for its attack last week on the oil-rich Gulf state and calling for deterrent measures while opposing Israel's plans to impose a new reality in the region.

DOHA: Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha on Monday (Sep 15) following last week's deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital.

DOHA (Sept 16): Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha on Monday following last week’s deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital. The Arab League and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation joint session, which brought together nearly 60 countries, sought to take firm actionRead More

Qatar and the United States are on the verge of finalising an enhanced defence cooperation agreement, top U.S. diplomat Marco Rubio said on Tuesday, after Israel's attack on Hamas political leaders in Qatar last week drew widespread condemnation. The attack in Doha was especially sensitive as Qatar is a close U.S. ally and home to the biggest U.S. military base in the Middle East.

In Doha, an emergency meeting condemned Israel’s attacks on Hamas leaders in Qatar, but many Arab nations are limited to diplomatic condemnations, with economic interests and the Abraham Accords complicating action. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, visiting Jerusalem, reiterated strong support for Israel despite its actions in Gaza and plans for the West Bank. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle has the analysis.

Qatar’s ruling emir accused Israel of not caring about its hostages held in Gaza and instead only working to "ensure Gaza is no longer livable."

Marco Rubio addresses foreign policy challenges including Israel-Gaza conflict, Russian drone incursions, and the $50 million bounty on Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha on Monday following last week's deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital.

Qatar's Emir accused Israel of sabotaging Gaza ceasefire talks with a Doha strike, during an emergency Arab League/OIC summit.