Category: Qatar

Doha, March 09, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call from HE Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia Penny Wong.
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 peacefully.
During the call, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated his 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 her part, HE the Australian Foreign Minister called for de-escalation, reason to prevail, and a return to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos. 

Doha, March 09, 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 of the Republic of Korea, Choآ Hyun.
During the call, both sides reviewed 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.
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s condemnation of the Iranian attacks on Qatari territory, stating that such acts cannot be justified under any pretext. He emphasized that Qatar has always sought to remain neutral in regional conflicts and has worked to facilitate dialogue between Iran and the international community.
He warned of the dangers of irresponsible targeting of critical infrastructure, particularly those related to water, food, and energy facilities, stressing that such actions set dangerous precedents that could expose the region populations to multiple risks. He also underscored the need to immediately halt all escalatory actions, return to dialogue, favor reason and wisdom, and contain the crisis in a manner that preserves regional security.
For his part, HE the South Korean Foreign Minister called for de-escalation, urging the use of reason and a return to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos.

Doha, March 09

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 Socialist Republic of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh. 

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 peacefully.

During the call, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated his 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 Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam called for de-escalation, reason to prevail, and a return to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos. 

Geneva, March 09, 2026

The State of Qatar has underscored that it gives importance to children affected by armed conflicts by providing various kinds of support, recalling that Doha hosted several children who were separated from their parents due to war and were fully taken care of, alongside helping reunite several conflict-stricken children with their families.

It clarified that these efforts will continue through its internationally forged programs and partnerships to ensure access to quality education for millions of children who have been deprived of this right due to conflicts.

This came in the State of Qatar’s statement delivered by Abdullah Ahmed Al Hardan, Third Secretary in the Department of International Organizations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his participation in the annual debate on the Rights of the Child within the 61st session of the Human Rights Council (HRC61) in Geneva.

Al Hardan underscored that the State of Qatar places paramount importance on enhancing and protecting the rights of children in both peace and war alike, noting its keenness, within the framework of its international partnerships, to support efforts aimed at safeguarding children affected by armed conflicts.

He further highlighted that Doha hosts the Analysis and Outreach Hub of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict.

Al Hardan pointed to the resolution presented by the State of Qatar and the Republic of Costa Rica and adopted by the Human Rights Council at its 60th session on promoting and protecting the human rights of women and children in armed conflict and post-conflict: ensuring justice, remedies, and redress for victims.

He explained that the resolution outlines numerous proposals aimed at strengthening the international legal obligations of parties to conflict to protect the human rights of children affected by armed conflicts, particularly with regard to providing children’s essential needs such as education and health, preventing their involvement in conflicts, and enhancing accountability for violations committed against them. 

Doha | March 8, 2026

HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a written message from HM King Charles III of the United Kingdom, in which he voiced the United Kingdom’s full and unwavering solidarity with the State of Qatar in the face of the blatant Iranian aggression, and its support for the sovereignty, security, and stability of the State of Qatar.

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received the message during his meeting on Sunday with HE Ambassador of the United Kingdom to the State of Qatar Neerav Patel.

Doha | March 9, 2026

The State of Qatar strongly condemns the Iranian attack that targeted a residential facility in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia, and resulted in the death of two civilians and injuries to others. 

Qatar deems the attack a flagrant violation of international law and its principles, and a dangerous escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms Qatar’s categorical rejection of the justifications offered by the Islamic Republic of Iran for targeting countries in the region. 

The Ministry stresses the necessity of respecting the rules of international law and the principles of good neighborliness and avoiding anything that could widen the circle of tension in the region.

The Ministry also expresses Qatar’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures taken to preserve its security and stability. 

Qatar extends its sincere condolences to the government and people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to the families of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

Doha, March 8, 2026

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi received Sunday two phone calls from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Mali Abdoulaye Diop and HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the United Republic of Tanzania Mahmoud Thabit Kombo.

The two calls discussed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, along with ways to resolve all disputes by peaceful means.

HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s condemnation of the Iranian attacks on its territory, saying that they cannot be accepted under any pretext or justification. He pointed out in this context that the State of Qatar has always been keen to distance itself from regional conflicts and has sought to facilitate dialogue between the Iranian side and the international community.

His Excellency stressed the need for an immediate halt to any escalatory actions, a return to the negotiating table, prioritizing reason and wisdom, and working to contain the crisis in a way that preserves the security of the region.

On their part, HE the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Mali and HE the Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the United Republic of Tanzania urged for de-escalation, reason to prevail, and a return to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos.

Doha, March 8, 2026

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi received Sunday a phone call from HE International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi.

The call discussed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, along with ways to resolve all disputes by peaceful means.

HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs voiced the State of Qatar’s appreciation for the IAEA’s role in supporting efforts aimed at promoting international peace and security.

In turn, HE the IAEA’s Director General affirmed that the IAEA is closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East, urging utmost restraint to avoid further escalation.

Doha, March 08, 2026

The State of Qatar participated in the Arab League Council extraordinary session at the ministerial level, held today via video conferencing.
The delegation of Qatar to the meeting was headed by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi.
The meeting discussed the Iranian attacks on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of several Arab countries, which constitute a flagrant violation of international laws and charters as well as the principles of good neighborliness. It also addressed the serious risks these actions pose to the security and stability of Arab states and the region. 

Doha, March 07, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received Saturday a telephone call from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdelatty.

Discussion during the call focused on the escalating military situation in the region and its serious repercussions on regional and international security and stability, as well as ways to resolve all disputes peacefully.

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

His Excellency also stressed the need for an immediate cessation of all escalatory actions, a return to the negotiating table, and the prioritization of reason and wisdom in order to contain the crisis and preserve the region’s security.

For his part, HE the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt called for de-escalation, the application of reason, and a return to negotiations and diplomatic means to avoid further chaos.