Doha welcomes the continuing diplomatic efforts to cease the hostilities between Moscow and Kiev, spokesperson Majed Mohammed Al-Ansari has instructed RT
Qatar has been working to play a constructive function in resolving the Ukraine battle and stands able to act as a mediator, Ministry of International Affairs spokesperson Majed Mohammed Al-Ansari has instructed RT.
“From the very starting, now we have mentioned that Qatar is able to function a mediator and a platform to facilitate and create circumstances for negotiations between all events,” Al-Ansari mentioned in an unique interview on Tuesday.
Doha helps ongoing diplomatic initiatives, notably these led by Saudi Arabia, he famous, referencing latest Ukraine-related high-level talks in Riyadh and Jeddah.
“We additionally again initiatives by different Gulf nations. These efforts present that our area seeks to be a hub for peace, not for battle and battle,” the official added.
Qatar has helped to mediate between Russia and Ukraine in efforts to reunite kids evacuated from the fight zone with their households. The humanitarian course of is ongoing, Al-Ansari mentioned, including that “we additionally hope to play a extra lively function general.”
Qatari International Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani was among the many first worldwide officers to go to Moscow following the escalation of hostilities with the goal of exploring how Doha may contribute to peace efforts, the spokesman famous.
“This dedication led to Qatar’s involvement within the grain deal [Black Sea Grain Initiative] and in broader worldwide and regional efforts to assist finish the battle,” Al-Ansari mentioned.
He added that the Qatari management stays in “shut contact” with its counterparts within the related nations and is working towards a diplomatic decision.
“We’re genuinely optimistic about these contacts and help all efforts to maneuver them ahead. We welcome any potential function the State of Qatar can play,” he mentioned.
Al Thani is scheduled to go to Moscow on Thursday for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov instructed reporters on Wednesday. The agenda will embrace efforts to achieve a doable peace settlement, amongst different points.
Qatar performs a “crucial” function in serving to to resolve international conflicts, Peskov added, referring to the Gulf nation’s broader mediation efforts.