Qatar PM describes fallout of US-Israel war on Iran as ‘earthquake’

Key Points:

• Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani emphasized the need for respecting state sovereignty to ensure security in the Middle East, warning against escalating conflicts following the US-Israeli war on Iran.
• He described the economic impact of the conflict as an “earthquake” with far-reaching effects beyond the region, challenging assumptions about security, stability, and economic reliability.
• Sheikh Mohammed called for addressing the root causes of tensions and building confidence, stating that permanent security cannot be achieved if any state remains vulnerable to insecurity.
• Qatar plans to invest over $38 billion in domestic infrastructure over the next five years to attract private investment and demonstrate economic resilience amid regional instability.
• Qatar continues its mediation efforts to facilitate renewed talks between Tehran and Washington to help end the US-Israel war on Iran, with the Middle East situation expected to dominate discussions at the UN General Assembly.