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Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Affirms Qatar's Commitment to Negotiation Process to End War on Gaza
Pedro Sanchez, who is visiting the country, His Excellency explained that there are some statements against the State of Qatar and the role it plays in reaching a truce and ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, stressing that Qatar is a mediator and not a party to this conflict, and it spares no effort to facilitate, build bridges, and present innovative solutions with the aim of reaching an agreement.He added that the responsibility lies with the two parties only, and Qatar is not the one controlling the negotiation elements, but it spares no effort and does everything in its power to keep these negotiations on the appropriate track and provide a solution., There have been many rounds of negotiations in order to reach a ceasefire, the issue took several months, and the last ceasefire was last November., The issue is related to the return of the displaced to their homes, the ceasefire, then a prolonged ceasefire and a sustainable ceasefire, and we seek to provide solutions regarding any obstacles presented by any of the parties., The images show the medical facility completely unable to provide its services with all its buildings devastated and burned, Thousands of homes and residential units in the vicinity of the hospital have been devastated as well.This left hundreds of people martyred, wounded, detained and missing, His Excellency said.His Excellency called on the international community to assume its responsibilities in imposing an immediate ceasefire because the humanitarian reality in Gaza, including the threat to the lives of civilians, requires the international community to establish a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and prevent the consequences of this war from spreading in the region.His Excellency expressed that the State of Qatar welcomes the International Court of Justice's order obligating Israel to take all necessary and effective measures to ensure the entry of basic food supplies to the residents of the Gaza Strip without delay, and the Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire, He expressed his hope that these orders would represent a step towards a permanent ceasefire, especially in light of the catastrophic humanitarian conditions that civilians are suffering from.His Excellency affirmed that Qatar would press on efforts to transport the sick and injured from Gaza and provide relief aid to the residents of the Strip based on Doha's humanitarian responsibilities towards the Palestinian people.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/04/03/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-affirms-qatar's-commitment-to-negotiation-process-to-end-war-on-gazaMinister of State for International Cooperation Meets Canada's Minister of International Development
Also, they discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, and the situation in Sudan and Lebanon.Both sides emphasized the importance of reaching an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and facilitating the unimpeded entry of humanitarian aid into the Strip.Her Excellency stressed the importance of placing the Sudan file on the international community's list of priorities.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/04/15/minister-of-state-for-international-cooperation-meets-canada's-minister-of-international-developmentPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs: We Condemn Policy of Collective Punishment Against Palestinians
He also called on the international community to ensure that the standards be unified and applied on everyone, rather than being classified on the basis of identity of the aggressor and the victim.His Excellency stressed that there will be no permanent solution or sustainable peace without the establishment of a Palestinian State with East Jerusalem as its capital, on the borders of June 4, 1967, in accordance with the resolutions of international legitimacy and the Arab Peace Initiative.In regard to the file of ceasefire negotiations and the release of hostages, HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs explained that the negotiations are going through a sensitive phase and some faltering, indicating that the negotiations -unfortunately- range between moving forward and faltering.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/04/17/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs--we-condemn-policy-of-collective-punishment-against-palestiniansQatar Calls for Urgent International Action to Spare Middle East Full-Scale of New Vortex of Conflicts
It urged all parties to de-escalate the situation and exercise maximum restraint, stressing that the worrying developments that have been unfolding in the region during the past days underscore, Qatar's repeated warning of the peril of the spillover of conflict, unless the bloodshed in the Gaza Strip is ceased.This came in the statement of State of Qatar delivered by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmad bin Saif Al-Thani before the meeting of the quarterly open debate on "The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question at the United Nations headquarters in New York.The situation in the Gaza Strip amounts to an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe and the State of Qatar reiterates its condemnation of all forms of targeting the civilians and civic facilities, including the collective punishment, deprivation of food and essential services, using starvation as a weapon and attempts of forced displacement of residents, conducted by the de facto occupation power, Her Excellency pointed out.She underlined that the State of Qatar warns of the humanitarian and security consequences of these practices and rejects any military operation launched by the occupation forces in Rafah city, stating that the status quo precipitates the full respect of the international law, the international humanitarian law, and the international human rights law, in addition to taking all essential steps to end the humanitarian catastrophe and stave off famine.HE Sheikha Alya Ahmad bin Saif Al-Thani pointed out that such matter requires unhindered delivery of large-scale humanitarian aid immediately and safely, adding that the humanitarian actors emphasize that the only way for that is to reach an immediate ceasefire.Her Excellency reiterate that the State of Qatar's welcoming for the adoption of the resolution No. 2728 by the UN Security Council which calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip culminating in a durable, ceasefire, emphasizing that this has been the longstanding diplomatic endeavors of the State of Qatar., standards.HE Sheikha Alya Ahmad bin Saif Al-Thani stressed that it is imperative to implement the ruling rendered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on taking ample steps by Israel to prevent the commission of genocide in Gaza and ensuring the flow of assistance and essential services, pointing out that the UN Security Council in its resolution No. 2728 recognized the constant diplomatic efforts being pursued by the State of Qatar, the Arab Republic of Egypt and the United States of America.She stressed that the state of Qatar still gives foremost priority to these efforts at the highest levels, confirming that the efforts have had concrete results in alleviating the humanitarian plight facing the residents in Gaza and the detainees from both sides.Her Excellency emphasized that the State of Qatar will never hesitate to keep pursuing its efforts in expediting the negotiation in pursuit of releasing the detainees, ensuring the flow of adequate humanitarian aid and reaching a durable ceasefire, Her Excellency stressed that its essential to provide sufficient funds for UNRWA, pointing out that the State of Qatar has elevated its fund allocated to UNRWA to USD25 million to be further added to the previous contributions.The State of Qatar has sent thousands of tons of urgent aid to the Palestinians in Gaza on 93 aircraft through El Arish Airport, in addition to evacuating the 22nd batch of wounded Palestinians to be treated in Doha, as there is a Qatari medical crew currently operating in El Arish to treat the wounded, Her Excellency highlighted.In conclusion, HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Sheikha Alya Ahmad bin Saif Al-Thani pointed out that the only guarantee for achieving a sustainable peace lies in an enduring agreement for ceasefire that leads to serious talks, alongside a political process that generates a comprehensive, just and enduring settlement for the Palestinian question in accordance with the international legitimacy resolutions
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2024/04/19/qatar-calls-for-urgent-international-action-to-spare-middle-east-full-scale-of-new-vortex-of-conflictsPermanent Representative of Qatar to United Nations Meets ICRC President
During the meeting, the two sides discussed the deteriorating situation in Gaza Strip and emphasized the importance of immediate ceasefire and ensuring unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance to the affected Palestinians there.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/07/15/permanent-representative-of-qatar-to-united-nations-meets-icrc-presidentForeign Ministry Spokesperson Urges International Community to Pressure Israeli Occupation for Immediate Safe Corridors in Gaza
He added that the ongoing situation in the southern Gaza Strip is an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe that leads to a greater tragedy for the densely populated enclave and that the debate on their expulsion would result in more killing and loss of lives, expressing his regret that there is no real international outcry or action to stop this.The ongoing controversy over mentioning the term ceasefire in a conflict whose victims are mostly civilians is horrifying, and the relentless war claims more lives, with hundreds of Palestinians being killed, Dr., Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari revealed that the Qatar-led mediation efforts have been ongoing and did not stop from day one, affirming that the State of Qatar is seizing all possible opportunities to reach a solution with various regional and global parties, expressing his optimism for the success of this mediation by virtue of these efforts that will never stop whatever the circumstances on the ground.Things are rapidly changing, with the relentless escalation and intricate humanitarian situation affecting the mediation process, Al Ansari said, emphasizing that if the war drags on, it will lead to further deaths and injuries, therefore work must be done for a durable ceasefire., He added that Qatar welcomes all efforts that cease the fighting and give a real impetus for the peace process for the Palestinian cause, pointing out that the visit comes within the framework of the unwavering engagements with many officials in the US Administration, along with the Qatar-led mediation efforts to stop the war and immediately get the assistance and respond clearly to the Israeli remarks on the two-state solution.Regarding the incidents in the Red Sea, Dr.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/07/11/foreign-ministry-spokesperson-urges-international-community-to-pressure-israeli-occupation-for-immediate-safe-corridors-in-gazaPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Sweden's Minister of Foreign Affairs
The meeting dealt with discussing the latest developments in the situation in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, as well as ways to reduce escalation and ceasefire., His Excellency stressed that the State of Qatar is committed, along with its mediation partners, to continuing efforts to return to calm, leading to a permanent ceasefire.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/06/02/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-sweden's-minister-of-foreign-affairsPrime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in Briefing Session for International Media in US
Their Highnesses and Excellencies members of the Ministerial Committee stressed the importance of an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and protecting innocent civilians from the killing practiced by the Israeli occupation forces, noting that talking about the future of Gaza and the Palestinian issue must be after an immediate ceasefire and a stopping of the unexplainable military escalation., The members of the Ministerial Committee said that the ceasefire and finding an urgent solution to the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip saw clear failure by the international community, and that this would increase the death toll and cause the humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip to further deteriorate., The members of the Ministerial Committee said that the current priority for the Arab and Islamic countries is a ceasefire, and that this must be a priority for the international community, especially the permanent members of the Security Council, stressing at the same time the urgent need for a reliable and serious road map to establish a Palestinian state in accordance with the laws of international legitimacy, which guarantee the dignity and sovereignty of the brotherly Palestinian people.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/05/24/prime-minister-minister-of-foreign-affairs-participates-in-briefing-session-for-international-media-in-usOfficial Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Qatari Mediation Efforts to De-Escalate Gaza Tension is in Final Stages
He added that any agreement or ceasefire represents a much-needed opportunity in the face of the crisis, which is increasing in magnitude and tragedy, causing significant loss of lives and property.Dr., Al Ansari also mentioned calls made between HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, with HE Prime Minister of the Republic of Ireland Leo Varadkar, and HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Norway Espen Barth Eide, noting that all these meetings and contacts included a review of developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories, and that HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs urged concerted regional and international diplomatic efforts to reach an immediate ceasefire, and to permanently open the Rafah crossing to ensure the flow of relief convoys and humanitarian aid to the besieged Palestinian brothers in light of the catastrophic deterioration of humanitarian conditions in the Strip.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/05/07/official-spokesperson-for-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-qatari-mediation-efforts-to-de-escalate-gaza-tension-is-in-final-stagesMinister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets German Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs
Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met on Sunday with HE Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany Tobias Lindner, who is visiting the country.During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the occupied Palestinian territories.HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed the need for consolidating the regional and international efforts to reach an immediate ceasefire and the permanent opening of the Rafah crossing to ensure the flow of relief convoys and humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian brethren besieged in the Gaza Strip, expressing the State of Qatar's profound concern about the catastrophic deterioration of the humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip.His Excellency also stressed that the ongoing shelling doubles the humanitarian catastrophe in the Strip and complicates the exerted efforts.In turn, HE the Minister
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/05/05/minister-of-state-at-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-meets-german-secretary-of-state-for-foreign-affairsPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Receives Phone Call from US Secretary of State
During the call, they discussed the gravity of escalating the confrontations in the Gaza Strip, the necessity of an immediate ceasefire, in addition to the latest developments in the mediation process to release hostages.During the phone call, His Excellency stressed the need to open the Rafah border crossing permanently to ensure the flow of relief convoys and humanitarian aid to the Palestinian brethren trapped under the bombing.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/04/15/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-receives-phone-call-from-us-secretary-of-statePrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Lebanon's Caretaker Prime Minister
. - October 29 2023 HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met Sunday at his office with HE Caretaker Prime Minister of the Republic of Lebanon Najib Mikati.During the meeting, they discussed the cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and develop them in addition to the latest developments in the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories and Israel, and ways to reduce the escalation.His Excellency stressed the need to work on an immediate ceasefire, and to combine regional and international efforts to reduce the violence and the cycle of conflict in the region, which will have serious consequences if it expands.His Excellency also reaffirmed the State of Qatar's continuous support for the Republic of Lebanon and its brotherly people and to support all efforts aimed at the unity, security and stability of the country.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1445/04/14/prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-lebanon's-caretaker-prime-ministerQatar Underlines Need to Address Humanitarian and Economic Conditions of Palestinians
In its statement, the State of Qatar stressed the need to maintain ceasefire at the present time.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1443/03/13/qatar-underlines-need-to-address-humanitarian-and-economic-conditions-of-palestiniansDeputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Expresses Qatar's Optimism for a Solution to Gulf Crisis
HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs referred to some progress made in Libya by declaring a ceasefire.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1442/04/19/deputy-prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-expresses-qatar's-optimism-for-a-solution-to-gulf-crisisQatar Participates in Geneva International Ministerial Conference on Afghanistan
Based on its belief in the necessity of resolving and settling disputes by peaceful means, the State has made unremitting efforts through mediation and good offices in order to lay the foundations for peace in Afghanistan and to strengthen regional and international peace and stability, which resulted in signing the peace agreement between the United States America and the Taliban in Doha on February 29, ceasefire during Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha, and the mutual release of prisoners between the Afghan government and the Taliban, in addition to the start of intra-Afghan peace negotiations on September 12.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1442/04/09/qatar-participates-in-geneva-international-ministerial-conference-on-afghanistanDeputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Chairman of High Council Libya
HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar's welcome of the ceasefire agreement in all Libyan land, stressing the State of Qatar's full support for the sovereignty, unity and stability of Libya.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1442/03/16/deputy-prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-chairman-of-high-council-libyaQatar: International Community Should Not Focus on Fight against COVID-19 and Overlook Conflict Resolution
She also affirmed the support of the State of Qatar to the call for a global cease-fire made by Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres last March, and his call to stand together in the face of the global threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/1441/11/12/qatar-international-community-should-not-focus-on-fight-against-covid-19-and-overlook-conflict-resolutionDeputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Renews Qatar's Call to Create Binding Security Agreement for Middle Eastern Countries
We have travelled the world and asked for an end to this aggression, support for the ceasefire in Libya and help the parties reach a political solution.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2020/02/19/deputy-prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-renews-qatar's-call-to-create-binding-security-agreement-for-middle-eastern-countriesForeign Minister Receives Telephone Call from Turkish Counterpart
The two sides also discussed the developments in the Middle East, particularly the Syrian crisis, means to promote the ceasefire agreement and the ongoing preparations for the Astana meeting.
https://mofa.gov.qa/en/qatar/latest-articles/latest-news/details/2017/01/07/foreign-minister-receives-telephone-call-from-turkish-counterpartForeign Ministers of GCC, Russia Agree to Continue Cooperation on Regional, Int'l Issues
They emphasized the need for nationwide cessation of hostilities and welcomed the ongoing cooperation between Ceasefire Task Force Co-Chairs, Russia and the United States to facilitate solidifying of the cessation of hostilities.
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