Both sides discussed regional security and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence cooperation.

The emergency gathering comes at a time when regional alliances are being tested and public sentiment across the Arab world is increasingly inflamed by scenes of destruction in Gaza

Sheikh Mohammed condemned “barbaric Israeli attack,” while expressing gratitude for the solidarity shown by Arab, Islamic countries.

He lashed out at Netanyahu, accusing him of “wasting” Qatar’s time.

He further pointed out that the attack came while peace talks, initiated at Washington’s request.

Qatar's foreign ministry strongly condemned the attack.