Doha, Media & Communication Dept.,16 August

The State of Qatar expresses its deep concern over the developments in the Libyan capital Tripoli. It also calls on all parties to avoid escalation, exercise maximum restraint and use the voice of reason, overcome differences through dialogue, and spare civilians the consequences of confrontations.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses Qatar's full support for the efforts of the United Nations Mission in Libya to achieve peace and stability there.

The Ministry also reiterates Qatar's full support for the Libyan political process, the relevant Security Council resolutions, and all peaceful solutions that preserve the unity, stability and sovereignty of Libya, and fulfil the aspirations of its brotherly people for development and prosperity.