Category: Qatar

Doha, March 11, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has discussed recent military tensions in the region during a meeting with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Johann Wadephul.

The talks took place at the Amiri Diwan on Wednesday and focused on the recent military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions for regional and international security.

HE Sheikh Mohammed reiterated Qatar’s condemnation of the Iranian attacks on its territory, stressing that such actions are unacceptable under any justification.

He noted that Qatar has consistently sought to distance itself from regional conflicts and has worked to streamline dialogue between Iran and the international community.

His Excellency also warned against the irresponsible targeting of vital infrastructure, particularly facilities linked to water, food and energy supplies, saying such actions could expose populations across the region to serious risks.

He stressed the need for an immediate cessation to any escalation and called for a return to dialogue, urging all sides to prioritize reason and diplomacy in order to contain the crisis and safeguard regional stability.

For his part, HE Wadephul expressed Germany’s condemnation of the Iranian attack on Qatari territory, describing it as a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty, its airspace and international law, including the United Nations Charter.

Doha, March 11, 2026

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi has discussed the recent military escalation in the region with HE Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Albania Ferit Hoxha.

HE Al Muraikhi received a phone conversation on Wednesday from the Albanian minister, during which the two sides reviewed the developments of the ongoing tensions and the serious repercussions they could have on regional and global stability.

HE Al Muraikhi reiterated Qatar’s condemnation of the recent Iranian attacks on Qatari territory, stressing that such actions cannot be accepted under any justification.

He also noted that Qatar has consistently sought to remain neutral in regional conflicts and has worked to facilitate dialogue between Iran and the international community.

He emphasized the need for an immediate halt to escalation, urging all parties to return to diplomacy in order to contain the crisis and safeguard regional security.

For his part, HE Ferit Hoxha called for de-escalation and the use of diplomatic channels and negotiations to prevent further instability.

Ankara | March 11 , 2026

HE Vice President of the Republic of Turkiye Dr. Cevdet Yilmaz met Wednesday with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Turkiye Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab.

During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries. 

Doha – March 11, 2026

The Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Türkiye, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Arab Republic of Egypt condemn Israeli occupation authorities’ continued closure of the gates of Al-Aqsa Mosque / Al-Haram Al-Sharif to Muslim worshippers particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. 

Security restrictions on access to the Old City of Jerusalem and its places of worship coupled with discriminatory and arbitrary access restrictions to the other places of worship in the old city constitute a flagrant violation to international law, including international humanitarian law, the historical and legal status quo, and the principle of unrestricted access to places of worship.

The Ministers affirmed their absolute rejection and condemnation of this illegal and unjustified measure, as well as Israel’s continued provocative actions at Al-Aqsa Mosque / Al-Haram Al-Sharif and against worshippers. They stressed that Israel has no sovereignty over occupied Jerusalem or its Islamic and Christian holy sites.

The Ministers reiterated that the entire area of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, which amounts to 144 dunams, is a place of worship exclusively for Muslims, and that the Jerusalem Endowments and Al-Aqsa Mosque Affairs Department, affiliated with the Jordanian Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, is the legal entity with exclusive jurisdiction to administer the affairs of the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque/Haram Al-Sharif and regulate entry to it.

The Ministers called on Israel, as the occupying Power, to immediately cease the closure of the gates of Al-Aqsa Mosque, remove access restrictions to the Old City of Jerusalem, and refrain from obstructing Muslim worshippers’ access to the mosque.

They also called on the international community to adopt a firm position that compels Israel to halt its ongoing violations and illegal practices against Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem, as well as its violations of the sanctity of these holy places.

Geneva, March 10, 2026

The State of Qatar has affirmed that countering terrorism and violent extremism remains a shared priority for the international community, stressing that such efforts must fully respect international law and fundamental human rights.

The remarks were made Tuesday by Reem Nasser Al Muraikhi, third political researcher at the Office of the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, during her participation at Item 3 – the interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms while countering terrorism, as part of the 61st session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva.

Al Muraikhi stressed that counterterrorism measures must not be used as a justification for violating freedoms or discriminating against peoples under occupation, whose legitimate right to self-determination is guaranteed by international law.

She added that effectively addressing terrorism requires a comprehensive approach that tackles its root causes, including conflicts, deprivation, marginalization, and hate speech, through promoting sustainable development, strengthening the rule of law, and supporting education and intercultural dialogue.

Al Muraikhi highlighted Qatar’s approach in this field, which complies with international standards, ensures balance between security measures with development policies, and strengthens international cooperation and respect for the rule of law and human rights.

She also noted that Qatar will continue to take the necessary measures to combat terrorism through bilateral, regional, and multilateral cooperation, and support relevant international initiatives, including hosting the International Hub on Behavioral Insights to Counter Terrorism and the Office on Parliamentary Engagement in Preventing and Countering Terrorism.

Doha, March 10, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call on Tuesday from HE EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas.

During the call, they discussed the developments in the military escalation in the region, along with its menacing consequences on regional and global security and stability, as well as avenues for resolving all disputes through peaceful means.

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated his condemnation of the Iranian attacks on Qatari territory, stressing that they can’t be accepted under any justification or pretense. He pointed out that the State of Qatar has always been committed to refraining from regional conflicts and has sought to facilitate dialogue between the Iranian side and the international community.

He warned against the irresponsible targeting of critical infrastructure, especially the facilities related to water, food, and energy, emphasizing that this represents dangerous precedents that would expose the region’s peoples to multiple risks.

His Excellency further stressed the importance of the immediate cessation of all escalatory acts, noting that there should be a return to the dialogue table, prioritizing the language of reason and judiciousness, and working to contain the crisis to safeguard the region’s security.

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar’s appreciation for the statement issued by the European Union, which calls for de-escalation and underscores the commitment of the EU and its member states to protecting regional security and stability.

For her part, HE Kaja Kallas called for de-escalation, upholding the voice of reason, and returning to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos.

New York, March 10 , 2026

The State of Qatar has sent a seventh identical letter to HE Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, and HE Permanent Representative of the United States of America to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of March, Michael Waltz, 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 the continued attacks targeting Qatar’s territories, indicating that the Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announced that Qatar was subjected, until the afternoon of Monday, March 9, 2026, to an attack with 17 ballistic missiles and 6 drones from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The armed forces successfully intercepted 17 ballistic missiles and 6 drones without any casualties.

The letter added that all damages and losses resulting from the attacks will be assessed by the relevant authorities, adding that it will keep them informed of developments.

The letter reiterated the State of Qatar’s strong condemnation of this attack and it’s right to respond in accordance with Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, in a manner commensurate with the nature of the aggression, in defense of its sovereignty and to safeguard its security and national interests.

The State of Qatar also requested that this letter be circulated as an official document of the Security Council

Doha, March 10, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call on Tuesday from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China Wang Yi.

The call addressed 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 through peaceful means.

During the call, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated the condemnation of the Iranian attacks on Qatari territory and that they are unacceptable under any pretext or justification, noting that the State of Qatar has always been keen to stay away from regional conflicts and has sought to facilitate dialogue between the Iranian side and the international community.

His Excellency warned against the irresponsible targeting of vital infrastructure, particularly that related to water, food, and energy facilities, stressing that such actions represent a dangerous precedent that will expose the peoples of the region to multiple dangers. His Excellency also emphasized the need for an immediate cessation of all escalatory actions, a return to the negotiating table, the prioritization of reason and wisdom, and working to contain the crisis in a way that preserves the security of the region.

For his part, HE the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China called for de-escalation, reason to prevail, and a return to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos.

Doha | March 10 2026 

The State of Qatar expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of an attack that targeted the UAE’s Consulate General in Iraqi Kurdistan, deeming it a rejected act and a clear violation of all international norms and conventions that protect diplomatic missions and their headquarters.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stresses that the targeting of diplomatic missions and headquarters was a clear violation of Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and was a dangerous escalation that threatens the safety and security of diplomatic staff, and undermines internationally-recognized rules for diplomatic work.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs renews the State of Qatar’s unwavering rejection of all violence and terrorist acts that target diplomatic missions or undermine security and stability, affirming its solidarity with and support for the United Arab Emirates in all measures it would take to enhance security and stability in the sisterly Republic of Iraq and the region.