Doha, May 17 (SANA) Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani reaffirmed Qatar’s support for Pakistani mediation efforts aimed at reducing tensions between the U.S. and Iran and advancing a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis.
During separate phone calls on Sunday with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel, Al Thani discussed regional developments and efforts to enhance stability and security in the region, according to the Qatar News Agency (QNA).
The talks also addressed bilateral relations and ways to boost cooperation, while highlighting Pakistani mediation efforts aimed at easing tensions and creating conditions conducive to continued negotiations.
Al Thani expressed Qatar’s appreciation for the role played by Pakistan and other parties involved in mediation efforts that contributed to reaching a ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.
He stressed Qatar’s full support for diplomatic initiatives and mediation efforts aimed at resolving the crisis through peaceful means, affirming the importance of constructive engagement by all parties in order to advance negotiations toward a comprehensive agreement that would support long-term regional peace and stability.
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