MOFA summons Iranian ambassador, lodges strong protest over targeting of Qatari territory

Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) summoned Iranian Ambassador to Qatar Ali Salehabadi on Sunday and expressed its strong protest, deep dissatisfaction, and categorical rejection of the targeting of Qatari territory.

It described the attacks as a blatant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty, a threat to its security, and a flagrant breach of international law and the United Nations Charter.

Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi affirmed to the Iranian ambassador that the repetition of such targeting constitutes a reckless and irresponsible act that is completely inconsistent with the principles of good neighborliness and the relations between the two countries.

He stressed that the continuation of such irresponsible actions would inevitably lead to serious repercussions for bilateral relations, particularly as Qatar has worked diligently to support diplomatic solutions aimed at de-escalation.

His Excellency also emphasized that targeting Qatari territory caused fear among civilians and damage to residential areas, stressing the urgent need to return immediately to dialogue and diplomatic channels to resolve differences and halt military operations that pose a direct threat to security and stability in the region.

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