Qatar Expresses Condemnation and Outrage Over Colombia Opening Embassy in Occupied Jerusalem

Doha, October 15 (KUNA) -- Qatar expressed its condemnation and rejection of the opening of a Colombian embassy in occupied Jerusalem, deeming this step a violation of international law and relevant resolutions of the United Nations, particularly Security Council Resolution 478 of 1980. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed in a statement on Thursday that Qatar rejects any measures that could alter the legal and historical status of Jerusalem. It called on the international community to assume its responsibilities and take action to counter any attempts to impose a new reality in the occupied city, thereby preserving its legal and historical status and safeguarding the legitimate rights of the fraternal Palestinian people. (End) S S S / T A B