Qatari Officials Advocate Peaceful Resolution Amid Middle East Tensions

Qatari Foreign Affairs Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani discussed Qatar's efforts to mediate conflicts and contain escalating tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for peaceful solutions and negotiations. He refused to blame Iran for funding terrorist groups, instead focusing on finding closure in the Israel-Hamas conflict and advocating for the release of hostages. Al Thani highlighted Qatar's strong relationship with the U.S. and stressed the importance of regional stability. He expressed concern over the potential for conflict escalation and emphasized the need for diplomacy and containment.