Doha: HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, engaged in a phone conversation with HH Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud. The discussion focused on recent military escalations between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
According to Qatar News Agency, the call provided a platform for reviewing the latest developments in the tense situation over the past two days. His Excellency expressed Qatar's condemnation of the attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the negative impact of such incidents on regional trust and international navigation security. He also pointed out that these actions undermine efforts aimed at enhancing regional security and stability.
The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of adhering to dialogue and diplomacy, urging all parties involved to implement agreements made under the Memorandum of Understanding, which aims to maintain regional security and preserve recent gains. He reiterated Qatar's support for initiatives that seek to contain the current escalation and achieve a comprehensive agreement for sustainable peace.
The conversation underscores Qatar's commitment to regional stability and its proactive role in facilitating diplomatic efforts to address tensions between major international players.