Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman held separate phone calls with the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Syria as part of diplomatic efforts concerning regional developments and reducing tensions.
According to statements by Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman spoke with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani.
Call for dialogue and diplomacy
The calls addressed Qatar's cooperative relations with Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Syria, as well as ways to support and strengthen those ties. The parties also discussed recent developments in the region and joint coordination to strengthen regional security and stability.
Mohammed bin Abdulrahman said all parties must remain committed to dialogue and diplomacy. The Qatari prime minister also stressed the importance of implementing the points agreed under the understanding between the United States and Iran.
Focus on safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz
The discussions also covered securing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the issues addressed under the understanding. The step was described as important for preserving regional security and safeguarding the gains achieved.
Mohammed bin Abdulrahman reiterated Qatar's full support for all efforts to reach a comprehensive agreement that would reduce tensions and establish lasting peace in the region.
Background to the discussions on the Strait of Hormuz
Tensions in the region began with attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran on February 28. Iran responded by targeting sites in the region said to belong to the United States and Israel, and a ceasefire agreement was later reached.
The United States resumed its attacks on Iran between July 8 and 24. Iran, in turn, targeted military facilities and equipment in Arab countries said to belong to the United States.
Following these developments, discussions resumed on corridors to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Washington and Tehran had previously signed an understanding on freedom of navigation on June 18. However, disagreements over the strait's security disrupted the implementation of the understanding.
