Qatari Prime Minister: Necessity of Ensuring Freedom of Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz to Preserve Regional Security

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, held discussions with Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor to the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the latest regional developments.

The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in two separate statements on Sunday that these talks took place following a phone call between Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman and Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, and another call received from Minister Fidan.

The statements clarified that the two calls reviewed cooperation relations between Qatar and each of the United Arab Emirates and Turkey, as well as ways to support and strengthen them. They also discussed recent regional developments, particularly diplomatic efforts and joint coordination to de-escalate tensions and enhance security and stability in the region.

During both calls, the Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister emphasized the necessity for all parties to commit to dialogue and diplomacy, and to implement the agreements reached under the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, including ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz to safeguard regional security, preserve achieved gains, and bolster regional stability.

He reiterated Qatar’s full support for all efforts aimed at defusing tensions and reaching a comprehensive agreement that achieves sustainable peace in the region.