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Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Qatar's efforts to mediate between Hamas and Israel are currently stalled
Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, Spokespoerson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that the media reports about the State of Qatar's withdrawal from mediation regarding the ceasefire in Gaza are not accurate, and that the State of Qatar notified the parties 10 days ago during the last attempts to reach an agreement, that it would stall its efforts to mediate between Hamas and Israel if an agreement was not reached in that round, stating that Qatar will resume those efforts with its partners when the parties show their willingness and seriousness to end the brutal war and the ongoing suffering of civilians caused by catastrophic humanitarian conditions in the Strip, stressing in this context that the State of Qatar will then be at the forefront of making every good effort to end the war and return the hostages and prisoners., Al-Ansari pointed out that the media reports regarding the Hamas office in Doha is inaccurate, stating that the main goal of the of the office in Qatar is to be a channel of communication between the concerned parties, and this channel has contributed to achieving a ceasefire in previous stages, and contributed to maintaining calm in the Strip in the lead to exchanging hostages and detainees of women and children in November of last year, stressing in this context the need to obtain information from its official sources.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/11/09/spokesperson-for-the-ministry-of-foreign-affairs--qatar's-efforts-to-mediate-between-hamas-and-israel-are-currently-stalledPrime Minister Affirms Importance of Egypt Visit in Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation
His Excellency emphasized that State of Qatar's aspiration for continued consultation with its Egyptian brothers, particularly regarding negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Gaza as soon as possible., His Excellency noted that discussions with Egyptian officials also addressed the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel., He expressed hope that this agreement would lead to a genuine ceasefire and extend its impact to Gaza, bringing an end to the humanitarian suffering as quickly as possible.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/11/27/prime-minister-affirms-importance-of-egypt-visit-in-enhancing-bilateral-cooperationMinister of State for International Cooperation Participates in Arab Consultative Meeting in Cairo
The meeting discussed key regional developments, particularly the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, and the importance of de-escalation and working to restore calm in the region was emphasized by reaching a comprehensive and immediate ceasefire in Gaza, accelerating the entry of humanitarian aid into the Strip, in addition to confronting attempts to liquidate the Palestinian cause, annex the West Bank and displace the people of Gaza., Participants in the meeting expressed their hope that the ceasefire in Lebanon would represent the beginning of restoring calm and stability, and stressed the importance of continuing coordination and consultation in order to avoid the risks facing the region, in a way that would contribute to restoring regional peace and security.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/12/02/minister-of-state-for-international-cooperation-participates-in-arab-consultative-meeting-in-cairoPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Delegation From Palestinian Factions
The two sides discussed the progress of all dimensions of the implementation of the deal for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip - which entered into force today - especially those related to the exchange of prisoners and detainees, the entry of aid into the Strip, and the return of the displaced to their areas.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/01/19/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-delegation-from-palestinian-factionsPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Holds Phone Call with UAE Foreign Minister
They also touched on the latest developments in Gaza and occupied Palestinian territories, particularly in light of the ceasefire agreement and the exchange of detainees and prisoners.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/01/17/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-holds-phone-call-with-uae-foreign-ministerPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs holds phone call with UN Secretary-General
Discussion during the call, dealt with the developments in the Gaza Strip and occupied Palestinian territories and the latest updates in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/01/13/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-holds-phone-call-with-un-secretary-generalQatar's Permanent Representative to UN Meets UN Mideast Envoy, Humanitarian Coordinator for Gaza
During the meeting, the two sides discussed cooperation relations between the State of Qatar and the United Nations, and the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, especially the success of Qatar's efforts -within the framework of joint mediation with the Arab Republic of Egypt and the US- in reaching a ceasefire agreement and the exchange of detainees and prisoners., HE Qatar's Permanent Representative to UN stressed the necessity of ensuring the implementation of the agreement in all its stages, which will be bound to lead to a sustainable ceasefire, paving the way for a just and comprehensive settlement of the Palestinian cause, in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions and on the basis of the vision of a two-state solution.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/01/22/qatar's-permanent-representative-to-un-meets-un-mideast-envoy--humanitarian-coordinator-for-gazaPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Egyptian Prime Minister
The meeting discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways of strengthening and developing them as well as means of ensuring the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip and the exchange of detainees and prisoners, in addition to discussing the latest developments in Syria., During the meeting, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated continued coordination between the two countries within the framework of joint mediation, in a manner that ensures the parties implement the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip and the exchange of detainees and prisoners.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/01/22/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-egyptian-prime-ministerQatar Reaffirms Commitment to Implementing ICPD Programme of Action
The State of Qatar stressed the urgency of allowing unhindered humanitarian aid entry and achieving an immediate, definitive, and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/04/11/qatar-reaffirms-commitment-to-implementing-icpd-programme-of-actionQatar Stresses Palestinian People Face Existential Threat Due to Genocide, Ethnic Cleansing War
She urged the international community to assume its legal and moral responsibilities and take all necessary measures, which are numerous, to compel the Israeli occupation to immediately halt its aggression against the Palestinians, ensure the implementation of the ceasefire agreement in all its stages and details, provide full protection for Palestinian civilians, in accordance with the provisions of international law and relevant agreements, and ensure accountability for all those responsible for the crimes and grave violations committed against the Palestinian people.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/03/26/qatar-stresses-palestinian-people-face-existential-threat-due-to-genocide--ethnic-cleansing-warAdvisor to Prime Minister and Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Gaza's Negotiations Still on, Negotiation Teams Still in Doha
Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed that negotiations on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip are still on., During the weekly press briefing organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Al Ansari said that the ceasefire negotiations are still in the first phase, with the goal of reaching an agreement on principles for the negotiations that will begin in the next phase., He noted that all parties are still engaged in these talks and have not ceased participating, and that new ideas are being put on the table on an ongoing basis., He noted that the framework agreement would be the basis upon which indirect negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire would begin, followed by a phase of achieving a general calm in the Gaza Strip and sustainable peace., During the call, HE the Prime Minister reaffirmed the State of Qatar’s continued efforts with regional and international partners to de-escalate tensions and promote stability and peace in the region, stressing the importance of international solidarity to pressure all parties to ensure the success of Qatar’s joint mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, secure the release of prisoners and detainees, and facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid to address the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Strip.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/07/15/advisor-to-prime-minister-and-foreign-ministry-spokesperson--gaza's-negotiations-still-on--negotiation-teams-still-in-dohaPrime Minister to UN Security Council: Israeli Treacherous Attack on Qatar Carried Out by Extremist Leadership Far Removed from Behavior of Civilized Countries That Believe in Peace
His Excellency warned that violating the sovereignty of a country actively working to broker a ceasefire and save lives places the entire international system to a serious test., He added that the strike showed that the extremists now governing Israel do not care about the lives of hostages or their release, and that it was impossible to explain the timing and location of the attack, which targeted a meeting convened to discuss the latest US ceasefire proposal while the Hamas negotiating delegation was gathered to prepare its response.HE the Prime Minister called on the UN Security Council to shoulder its historic responsibility, warning that silence in the face of such law-of-the-jungle tactics and the targeting of a sovereign state in broad daylight undermines the foundations of international order and threatens the future of any peace process in the region., His Excellency stressed that the only path to peace lies through negotiations, beginning with a ceasefire, the release of all hostages and prisoners, and the unconditional entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza and the lifting of the blockade.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/09/11/prime-minister-to-un-security-council--israeli-treacherous-attack-on-qatar-carried-out-by-extremist-leadership-far-removed-from-behavior-of-civilized-countries-that-believe-in-peacePrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Turkiye's Foreign Minister
They also discussed the developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories in light of the ceasefire agreement in the Strip, in addition to a number of topics of common interest.HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed the need for concerted regional and international efforts to ensure the full implementation of the agreement, paving the way for the aspired sustainable peace and stability in the region.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/10/22/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-turkiye's-foreign-ministerQatar's Permanent Representative to Geneva Participates in Second State Consultations on Post-Conflict International Humanitarian Law
most sensitive and decisive moments in the journey of nations: the transitional phase following conflict, during which societies strive to recover, rebuild, and achieve reconciliation, while the impacts of war persist.Her Excellency explained that international humanitarian law plays a pivotal role during this phase, as its obligations extend beyond the battlefield to include the treatment of detainees, the search for the missing, identification of the deceased, and support for the safe return of displaced persons.Her Excellency affirmed that laying the foundations for justice and sustainable peace requires states to uphold these commitments.She noted that Qatar's experience in mediation and post-conflict dialogue has demonstrated that humanitarian law and peacebuilding are not separate tracks, but rather two sides of the same coin.She pointed out that incorporating humanitarian measures into negotiations, from prisoner exchanges to guarantees of safe return, is what transforms a fragile ceasefire
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/11/26/qatar's-permanent-representative-to-geneva-participates-in-second-state-consultations-on-post-conflict-international-humanitarian-lawQatar Takes Part in 30th Session of Conference of States Parties to Chemical Weapons Convention
He recalled that the occupied Palestinian territories had witnessed tragic events over the past two years prior to the signing of the ceasefire deal on Oct.11, asserting that the deal was achieved through heightened diplomatic efforts in which Qatar had played a pivotal role, alongside the United States and the Arab Republic of Egypt., The State of Qatar is apprehensively monitoring the persistent deterioration of the humanitarian situation, particularly in the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing blockade and Israel's breach of the ceasefire, Al Qahtani stressed.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/11/26/qatar-takes-part-in-30th-session-of-conference-of-states-parties-to-chemical-weapons-conventionMinister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets Special Envoy of French President
Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met on Tuesday with HE Special Envoy of the French President, Paul Soler, who is currently visiting the country.The meeting reviewed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories in light of the ceasefire agreement, as well as the situation in Sudan, Libya, and Chad.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2025/11/25/minister-of-state-at-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-meets-special-envoy-of-french-presidentPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Holds Phone Call with Iranian Foreign Minister
His Excellency stressed to the Iranian Minister the necessity of working on an immediate ceasefire and protecting civilians, and the danger of the expansion of violence and the cycle of conflict in the region, which will have dire consequences if it expands.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/06/23/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-holds-phone-call-with-iranian-foreign-ministerPrime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs
The two sides discussed the latest developments in the occupies Palestinian Territories, in addition to means for de-escalation and ceasefire in Gaza., During the interview, His Excellency underlined immediate stop of the aggression against the Gaza Strip, immediate issuing of a binding UN Security Council resolution on cease fire, and allowing sufficient and sustainable humanitarian aid into all areas of the Strip.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/06/10/prime-minister-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-jordan's-deputy-prime-minister-minister-of-foreign-affairsPrime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Palestinian Prime Minister
Bilateral cooperation relations and ways to support and develop them were discussed, as well as the latest developments in the situation in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, and ways to reduce escalation and reach a ceasefire., During the meeting, His Excellency affirmed that the State of Qatar is committed, along with its mediation partners, to continuing efforts to return to calm, leading to a permanent ceasefire, stressing that the continued bombing of the Gaza Strip after the end of the pause complicates mediation efforts and exacerbates the humanitarian catastrophe in the Strip.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/05/26/prime-minister-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-palestinian-prime-ministerMinister of State for International Cooperation Meets 3 Palestinian Ministers
During the meeting, they discussed the dangerous escalation in violations in all the occupied Palestinian territories, the importance of the humanitarian pause in Gaza, especially in the humanitarian field, and the necessity of extending it to reach a permanent ceasefire.
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