Doha, May 21

The State of Qatar strongly condemns the attempted coup in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, stressing in this regard the need to preserve constitutional legitimacy and respect the will of the Congolese people.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on all Congolese parties to renounce violence and resolve differences through dialogue and peaceful means to enhance security and stability and achieve the aspirations of the friendly Congolese people for development and prosperity.