Category: Qatar

Doha | April 06, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain, Jose Manuel Albares.

During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, as well as ways to resolve all disputes in a peaceful manner.

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed the need to stop the unjustified Iranian attacks on Qatar and other countries in the region, warning against the irresponsible targeting of vital infrastructure, particularly related to water, food, and energy facilities.

HE also emphasized the necessity of strengthening coordination, intensifying joint efforts, returning to the negotiating table, and prioritizing reason and wisdom to contain the crisis, to ensure global energy security, freedom of navigation, environmental safety, and to preserve regional stability.

For his part, HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain expressed his country’s solidarity with the State of Qatar, stressing the importance of de-escalation, preserving infrastructure and civilian facilities, and ensuring the safety of the energy sector.

Doha | April 3, 2026

During the meeting, the two sides reviewed developments related to the ongoing military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions for regional and international security and stability, including the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the repeated attacks on commercial shipping.

Doha, April 02, 2026

The State of Qatar participated in a ministerial meeting on developments related to the Strait of Hormuz, held on Thursday via videoconference at the invitation of the United Kingdom’s Foreign Office.
Qatar was represented at the meeting by HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, who stressed in his remarks that the security of the Strait of Hormuz is an international issue, given its close link to global energy security and the safety of international supply chains. He underscored the importance of reaching consensus on a comprehensive security framework that ensures freedom of navigation through the Strait and preserves regional stability.
His Excellency also reaffirmed Qatar’s firm commitment to its role as a reliable partner in supporting maritime security and its continued contribution to the stability of international markets. He strongly condemned Iranian threats to close the Strait, as well as unjustified attacks on shipping.
His Excellency described such actions as a grave and explicit violation of international law, a direct threat to international peace and security, and a serious risk to global maritime security and energy security. He emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz is a vital international waterway that must not, under any circumstances, be subjected to faits accomplis or used as a tool of coercion or political pressure by any party.
He further stressed the need to address the future of the Strait of Hormuz within a collective framework that includes all countries of the region. He welcomed the efforts of the Gulf Cooperation Council to develop joint solutions to challenges related to the Strait, and emphasized that GCC states must be a key part of any relevant regional arrangements or agreements.

New York, April 02, 2026

The State of Qatar has sent Its Eleventh identical letter to HE Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, and HE Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of April, Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, regarding the latest developments of the Iranian attack on its territories.
This attack constitutes a blatant violation of its national sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and territorial integrity, and an unacceptable escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region.
The letter was sent by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani.
The letter noted Qatar’s Ministry of Defense’s announcement that the country was subjected to attacks by a number of drones from the Islamic Republic of Iran on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, March 28, 29 and 30, 2026, which Qatar’s Armed Forces successfully intercepted, and to the targeting by three cruise missiles on Wednesday, April 1, which Qatar’s Armed Forces managed to successfully intercept two of them, while the third hit an oil tanker leased to Qatar Energy in the economic waters of the State of Qatar. The letter noted that the necessary measures were taken, and coordination was made with the concerned authorities to evacuate the tanker, whose crew numbered 21 people, without any human losses being recorded.
In this regard, the letter highlighted that QatarEnergy confirmed that the tanker “Aqua 1,” a fuel oil tanker chartered by QatarEnergy, was targeted by a missile attack on Wednesday, and that none of the tanker’s crew members were harmed, and that this attack did not result in any environmental effects, noting that this attack was carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran even after the Security Council adopted Resolution No. 2817 (2026), which condemned in the strongest terms the heinous attacks launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the State of Qatar and neighboring countries, and demanded an immediate end to all such attacks.
The State of Qatar also reiterated that this attack constitutes a violation of Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026), and once again urged the Security Council to assume its responsibilities in maintaining international peace and security and to take the necessary measures to stop these serious violations and deter their perpetrators.
The letter emphasized that the targets of the attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran are purely civilian in nature, and that targeting them constitutes a blatant violation by Iran of the 1949 Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols, and of the principles of international humanitarian law, specifically the principle of distinction, the prohibition of targeting civilians and civilian objects in armed conflicts, the prohibition of indiscriminate attacks, the principle of proportionality, and the obligation to take due precautions to avoid civilian targets.
The letter stressed that these illegal actions by the Islamic Republic of Iran entail international responsibility, making it obligated, as the case may be, to provide compensation for all damages incurred by the State of Qatar as a result of these actions. All damages and losses resulting from the attacks will be assessed by the competent authorities. Qatar will keep the UN and the UN Security Council informed of developments.
The letter emphasized that the State of Qatar reserves its right to respond in accordance with Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations and the right to self-defense guaranteed by international law, stressing that Qatar will not hesitate to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its citizens and residents on its territory.
The State of Qatar also requested that this letter be circulated as an official document of the Security Council. 

Doha, April 04, 2026

The State of Qatar expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of the riots and attacks targeting the Embassy of the sisterly United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the residence of its head of mission in the Syrian capital, Damascus, as well as the violation of the inviolability of diplomatic missions that accompanied them.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms that targeting diplomatic premises constitutes a flagrant violation of international law, stressing the need to hold the perpetrators of these acts accountable and ensure that such acts are not repeated.

The Ministry reiterates the State of Qatar’s full solidarity with the UAE, emphasizing the importance of taking the necessary measures to guarantee the protection of diplomatic missions and ensure the safety and security of their personnel, in accordance with the provisions of international law and the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.

Doha, April 02, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, received a phone call from HE Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government in Iraq, Masrour Barzani.
During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, as well as ways to resolve the disputes through peaceful means.
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated, during the call, the State of Qatar’s strong condemnation of the attack that targeted the residence of HE President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, Nechirvan Barzani, in the Duhok Governorate. HE affirmed Qatar’s solidarity with the brotherly Republic of Iraq and its rejection of all acts that would undermine its security and stability. 

Doha | April 02, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from HE Foreign Minister of the Federal Republic of Germany Johann Wadephul.
During the call, they reviewed developments of the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, in addition to ways to resolve all disputes by peaceful means.
HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs emphasized, during the call, the necessity of halting the unjustified Iranian attacks on Qatar and other countries in the region, warning in this context against the irresponsible targeting of vital infrastructure, particularly that related to water, food, and energy facilities.
His Excellency also stressed the need to strengthen coordination, intensify joint efforts, return to the negotiating table, and prioritize reason and wisdom to contain the crisis, thereby ensuring global energy security, freedom of navigation, and environmental safety, and preserving regional stability. 

Beirut | April 01, 2026

HE President of the Republic of Lebanon General Joseph Aoun met on Wednesday with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Lebanon Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani.

At the outset of the meeting, HE the Ambassador conveyed the greetings of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon, wishing His Excellency good health and happiness and the Lebanese people continued progress and prosperity.

For his part, HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon entrusted HE the Ambassador to convey his greetings to HH the Amir, wishing His Highness good health and happiness, and the Qatari people further development and prosperity.

The meeting discussed the current situation in Lebanon and the region, with an emphasis on continuing support for Lebanon’s stability and its institutions under these delicate circumstances.

During the meeting, HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon praised the active role of the State of Qatar and its constant support for the Lebanese people, affirming the depth of bilateral relations. 

Doha| April 01, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Wednesday with HE Minister of National Defense of the Hellenic Republic Nikolaos Georgios Dendias, who is visiting the country.

During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, especially in the field of defense. They also discussed developments in the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, and ways to resolve all disputes by peaceful means.

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed the need to stop the unjustified Iranian attacks on Qatar and the countries in the region, warning, in this context, of the consequences of irresponsible targeting of vital infrastructure, especially those related to water, food and energy facilities.

His Excellency further emphasized the need to strengthen coordination and intensify joint efforts, return to the negotiating table, and prioritize reason and wisdom, in a way that ensures global energy security, freedom of navigation and environmental safety, and preserves the stability of the region.

Doha, March 31, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met Tuesday in Doha with HE Secretary of State for Defense of the United Kingdom John Healey.
The meeting dealt with discussing bilateral cooperation between the two countries and ways to support and enhance it, particularly in the field of defense.
They also addressed developments in the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, as well as ways to resolve all disputes through peaceful means.
HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed the need to stop the unjustified Iranian attacks on Qatar and countries of the region, warning against irresponsible targeting of vital infrastructure, especially those related to water, food, and energy facilities.
He also emphasized, during the meeting, the importance of strengthening coordination, intensifying joint efforts, returning to dialogue, and prioritizing reason and wisdom to contain the crisis, in a way that ensures global energy security, freedom of navigation, environmental safety, and regional stability.