Doha - Media & Communication Dept. - June 24

The State of Qatar is following, with deep concern, the developments in the Russian Federation, which resulted from the mutiny against the army. Qatar Calls for maximum restraint, reason, and sparing civilians the repercussions of confrontation.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns that the escalation in Russia and Ukraine will have negative repercussions on international peace and security, and on food and energy supplies, which are already affected by the Russian-Ukrainian crisis.

The Ministry reiterates the State of Qatar firm stance on adherence to the Charter of the United Nations, the principles of international law, and the respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.

The State of Qatar is looking forward for all parties pursuing dialogue and peaceful ways to resolve differences, in a way that achieves security and stability in Russia and Ukraine, and ends the crisis in accordance with the relevant international legitimacy resolutions.