MoFA summons Iranian envoy, reiterates Qatar's condemnation of violation of its sovereignty
Doha
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) on Tuesday summoned Ambassador of Iran to Qatar HE Ali Salehabadi and reiterated Qatar's strong condemnation of the attack on Al-Udeid Air Base by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, considering it a blatant violation of its sovereignty and airspace, as well as of the international law and the United Nations Charter.
The ministry also affirmed that Qatar reserves the right to respond to this flagrant violation in accordance with international law.
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi affirmed to the Iranian ambassador that this violation is completely inconsistent with the principle of good neighbourliness and the close relations that exist between Qatar and Iran, especially considering that Qatar has always advocated for dialogue with Iran and has made considerable diplomatic efforts in this regard.
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs also emphasised the urgent need to immediately return to dialogue and diplomatic channels to resolve disputes and outstanding issues, avoid escalation, and halt military operations in an effort to promote regional and international stability.
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