Israel eliminates Hamas’ chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya in airstrike on Qatar: Report
Doha: Israel launched airstrikes on Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday, targeting senior Hamas officials, Al Arabiya reported citing Israeli officials. Preliminary reports suggested that Hamas’ chief negotiator, Khalil al-Hayya, was killed in the attack.
According to Al Arabiya, the Israeli military later confirmed it had struck senior Hamas leaders, saying in a statement: “The IDF and ISA conducted a precise strike targeting the senior leadership of the Hamas terrorist organization.” The statement, however, did not specify the location of the strike.
A Hamas source told Al Arabiya that the group’s negotiating team was hit during a meeting in Qatar, where its political bureau is based.
At around 4 p.m. local time, multiple explosions were reported in Doha. Witnesses told Al Arabiya English that smoke was seen rising over the Katara District, with one resident saying they heard at least five blasts.
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IPL 2026 to be held between March 26-May 31 window
Mumbai (PTI): The upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League will be held between the March 26 to May 31 window but it remains to be seen if Bengaluru, the home of RCB, holds the opening match.
As per the norms, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium should host the tournament opener given the home side, Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the IPL 2025 title.
While the venue has received conditional clearance from the Karnataka state government, it also needs to meet the necessary safety and security standards following the death of 11 fans in a stampede during RCB's victory celebrations in June this year.
The mini-auction for IPL 2026 will be held in Abu Dhabi today with three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders coming in with the biggest purse.
