Qatar PM after Gulf energy attacks: ‘This war must be stopped immediately’
Qatar PM After Gulf Energy Attacks: ‘This War Must Be Stopped Immediately’
Qatar’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, issued a sharp warning on Thursday, emphasizing the urgent need to halt the escalating conflict. He highlighted Iran as the central figure in the turmoil, asserting that its role as the main beneficiary and catalyst for the war is clear to all.
This war needs to be halted right away, as all parties are aware of the primary beneficiary and the root cause of the ongoing conflict.
Tensions in the Gulf have intensified following a series of attacks on energy infrastructure. Al Thani joined Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in condemning the recent strikes, stressing that Qatar is pushing for Iran to cease its aggression against regional nations. The leader warned that the conflict risks civilian lives and endangers the stability of global energy supplies.
The situation took a critical turn when Israel launched an attack on Iran’s primary natural gas field on Wednesday. In response, Tehran retaliated swiftly, targeting energy sites in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar’s crucial Ras Laffan complex. Al Thani denounced the strike on Qatar’s facilities, labeling it a deliberate act of sabotage.
He reiterated that Qatar had immediately condemned the Israeli assault on Iran’s energy assets, yet the Iranian retaliation focused directly on the country. “This act of sabotage reflects an aggressive and irresponsible policy, driving the conflict toward dangerous escalation,” Al Thani stated. The damage to Qatar’s energy hub, located in the northern region, has added pressure to an already unstable global market.
Global Energy Market Reactions
Energy markets worldwide are now on edge due to the disruption. Qatar, which holds the world’s largest natural gas reserves alongside Iran, plays a vital role in international supply chains. The attacks have caused significant concerns, with European gas prices reaching their peak since the conflict began three weeks ago.
International Responses
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on social media that Israel acted independently and was solely responsible for the Wednesday strikes. Turkey’s Fidan took a more pointed stance, accusing Israel of igniting a regional “battlefield” that jeopardizes global stability. However, he also noted that diplomatic efforts are still in progress.
Fidan revealed that Turkish mediators are actively engaging with both Iran and the United States to encourage de-escalation. He added that the majority of the international community shares the goal of ending the war as soon as possible.
