Category: Qatar

The State of Qatar announces that it has facilitated the return of a second group of Afghan nationals from the Federal Republic of Germany to their country, as part of its ongoing commitment to mediating and facilitating communication between Afghanistan and the international community.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that the second group, comprising 81 Afghan nationals, is the result of logistical coordination and pivotal diplomatic efforts undertaken by the State of Qatar to bridge views by hosting a series of meetings in Doha. These efforts aimed to establish clear frameworks for safe and orderly returns, with a shared commitment to ensuring that all returnees are treated with the utmost dignity and provided with the necessary support for their reintegration.

The Ministry also notes that the facilitation of the return of this group represents further confirmation of the success and sustainability of this initiative, following the repatriation of 28 Afghan nationals in the first group last year.

In this context, His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, affirmed that to ensure the sustainability of this initiative, a specialized follow-up mechanism will continue after the repatriation process is completed. This mechanism aims to monitor the conditions of returnees, support reintegration efforts, and maintain open channels of coordination between all concerned parties.

His Excellency reiterated the State of Qatar’s commitment to effectively contributing to addressing the humanitarian issues related to the situation in Afghanistan through constructive cooperation with international partners, within the framework of its broader diplomatic approach, which is based on dialogue and coordination as a means of providing practical solutions to complex global challenges.

His Excellency also expressed his country’s appreciation to the Afghan caretaker government and the Federal Republic of Germany for their confidence in Qatar’s mediation and the speed with which it responded to the requirements for the success of this process.

Doha, July 17

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, held a phone call on Thursday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic Asaad Al Shibani.

During the call, the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen and support it, as well as the latest developments in Syria, particularly in the city of As-Suwayda, and the ongoing Israeli attacks on Syrian territory.

HE the Minister of State stressed the importance of holding all parties accountable for the bloodshed of civilians in As-Suwayda and ensuring that they do not escape justice, underlining the need to intensify efforts to reinforce civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means.

He also reaffirmed the State of Qatar’s full solidarity with Syria in all measures it takes to safeguard its security and stability, reiterating Qatar’s firm position in support of Syria’s sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and the aspirations of its people for a dignified life. 

Doha – July 18, 2025

The State of Qatar strongly condemns the Israeli occupation’s plan to transfer the administration and supervision of the Ibrahimi Mosque from the Palestinian Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs and the Hebron Municipality to the Jewish Religious Council in the Kiryat Arba settlement. Qatar views this move as a blatant violation of international law and United Nations resolutions, and as a deliberate provocation against Muslims worldwide.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirms Qatar’s firm rejection of any attempts to alter the historical and legal status quo of the Ibrahimi Mosque and other holy sites in the occupied Palestinian territories. It urges the international community to fulfill its moral and legal responsibilities by protecting religious sanctities in Palestine and pressuring the Israeli occupation authorities to abandon their efforts to erase the Palestinian people’s identity.

Doha – July 17, 2025

The State of Qatar announces the success of its mediation efforts to reunite children with their families who were separated as a result of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine — this July, as part of its ongoing efforts to reunite families, new reunifications have taken place.

 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicates that, as part of the new stage of the humanitarian mission, 11 children have been reunited with their relatives in Ukraine, and 3 children have returned to their relatives in Russia, bringing the total number of children reunited with their families since the commencement of Qatar’s mediation efforts to 100 children.

In this context, His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al-Khulaifi, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, affirmed that the State of Qatar’s ongoing efforts to reunite children with their families in Ukraine and Russia represent an extension of its approach to mediation and conflict resolution through peaceful means, in accordance with the principles of international law. He also emphasized that these efforts also reflect Qatar’s steadfast commitment to humanitarian principles and international solidarity.

His Excellency also expressed the State of Qatar’s appreciation to Her Excellency Ms. Maria Lvova-Belova, Commissioner for Children’s Rights to the President of the Russian Federation, and His Excellency Mr. Dmytro Lubinets, Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, for their tireless efforts that contributed to the success of the endeavors aimed at reuniting separated families.

Doha, July 17, 2025

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met on Thursday with HE Presidential Envoy and Senior Advisor for Africa at the US Department of State Massad Boulos, who is currently visiting the country.

During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the close strategic relations between the State of Qatar and the United States and discussed ways to support and enhance them. They also discussed joint efforts to address the situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, along with a number of issues of mutual interest.

Doha, July 15 ,2025

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi affirmed that the State of Qatar is following with deep concern the developments in the city of As-Suwayda in southern Syria, out of the firm belief that Syria’s security is an integral part of the region’s stability.

In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), His Excellency called for all necessary measures to ensure such crimes are not repeated, including holding accountable all parties responsible for the shedding of civilian blood and the terrorizing of innocent, unarmed individuals, especially children, women, and the elderly, and ensuring that those who committed these heinous crimes do not escape punishment.

His Excellency further emphasized the importance of intensifying efforts to strengthen civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means.

His Excellency expressed the State of Qatar’s condemnation of the Israeli attacks on the city of As-Suwayda, describing them as blatant violations of Syria’s sovereignty, international law, and the United Nations Charter, and a serious threat to regional security.

His Excellency also reaffirmed the State of Qatar’s full support for Syria’s sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and the aspirations of its brotherly people for a dignified life.

Doha, July 15  

The fourth round of political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar and the Republic of Tajikistan was held in Doha on Tuesday.

The Qatari side was chaired by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, while that of Tajikistan was headed by HE Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Farrukh Sharifzoda.

During the political consultations, they reviewed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and strengthen them, in addition to a number of topics of common interest.

Doha, July 15, 2025

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met on Tuesday with HE Ambassador of the Republic of Bulgaria to the State of Qatar Plamen Stankov Delev.

During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral cooperation relations between the two countries.

Doha, July 14 

An official source at the Department of Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced that Qatari citizens are now exempt from entry visa requirements for the Republic of Peru, for a maximum stay of 183 days, counted from the date of entry.

The permitted stay may consist of either a single continuous visit or multiple visits within one year, provided that the passport is valid for at least six months, the source explained.

Rome, July 11,2025

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met today in Rome with HE Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic Edmondo Cirielli.

The meeting dealt with discussing bilateral cooperation and the means to enhance them, in addition to discussing several issues of joint interest.