Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said Doha opposes Iranian attempts to draw regional states into war in response to third‑party attacks and that Gulf states have fully coordinated on potential escalation scenarios. The ministry said the Strait of Hormuz should be returned to its pre‑crisis status and stressed the necessity of freedom of navigation.

2026-08-25

Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said Doha opposes Iranian attempts to draw regional states into war in response to third‑party attacks and that Gulf states have fully coordinated on potential escalation scenarios. The ministry said the Strait of Hormuz should be returned to its pre‑crisis status and stressed the necessity of freedom of navigation.