Doha: The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs has asserted that resolving the ongoing crisis in the region requires a return to dialogue and negotiations rather than military escalation. The ministry emphasized the importance of keeping waterways open, warning that their closure could have devastating global consequences.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Qatari Foreign Ministry issued a press release affirming Qatar’s commitment to finding an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. The ministry stressed that all involved parties must come together to reach a viable solution. The statement highlighted the importance of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and noted Qatar’s cooperation with international partners to resolve the issue.

The statement further outlined that the crisis’s resolution hinges on diplomatic discussions rather than military actions, underscoring that efforts to address the situation will continue unabated. The ministry expressed concern over the potential worldwide impact of the Strait of Hormuz crisis and reiterated its call for unity to avert any catastrophic outcomes.