Qatar Strongly Condemns Reported Israeli Plans Targeting Al-Aqsa Mosque
Doha – April 19, 2026
The State of Qatar strongly condemns reports of plans by groups affiliated with Israeli occupation organizations to destroy the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque and replace it with the so-called Temple. Qatar considers this a dangerous provocation that could significantly escalate violence in the region, especially amid the ongoing war on the Gaza Strip.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms Qatar's unequivocal rejection of any attempt to alter the historical and legal status of Al-Aqsa Mosque, Jerusalem, or its holy sites. It also emphasizes the urgent need for the international community to act decisively to halt such threats, hold the occupying power accountable, and ensure the protection of these sacred sites in accordance with international law.
Qatar reiterates its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and the resilience of the Palestinian people. It remains committed to international legitimacy and the two-state solution, advocating for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.