Qatar says it is in contact with all parties before Islamabad talks

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Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari held his weekly press briefing in Doha, announcing that the Amir had received Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif last Thursday and expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s role in de-escalating tensions and promoting peace in the region. Al-Ansari said Qatar is “supporting fully the efforts of our brothers in Pakistan” to mediate between the United States and Iran, noting ongoing contacts with all parties involved. He stressed that Qatar views mediation not as a “media show” but as an “effective role” aimed at advancing political solutions. On the Strait of Hormuz, he warned that any disruption “will transfer this crisis to the international world,” affecting global energy markets as well as electricity and heating supplies. He said Qatar remains committed to its energy partners and can be “trusted very well throughout history.” He confirmed continued direct contacts with Iran, including a recent call between the Prime Minister and the Iranian foreign minister, urging restraint and a return to peaceful dialogue. On the ceasefire, al-Ansari said contingency plans are in place for Qatar’s national defence, with armed forces remaining on alert, while diplomatic efforts continue with all parties to extend the ceasefire or end hostilities. He also condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reaffirming Qatar’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and unity, and said both sides participated seriously in the first round of talks in Islamabad, while noting that contradictory reports are being closely monitored with concern. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #Qatar #USIsraelWarOnIran #USIranTalks #Pakistan #Iran #USBlockadeOnIran #Trump #IranWar #Israel #Lebanon #IsraelAttacksLebanon #StraitOfHormuz #USIranCeasefire #IslamabadTalks #USNavalBlockadeOnIran #StraotOfHormuzSecurity