New York: The State of Qatar has sent a fourth identical letter to Secretary-General of the United Nations HE Antonio Guterres, and Permanent Representative of the United States of America to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of March HE Michael Waltz, regarding the latest developments of the Iranian attack on its territories. This attack constitutes a blatant violation of its national sovereignty, a direct infringement upon its security and territorial integrity, and an unacceptable escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region.
The letter was sent by the Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations HE Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani.
The letter noted the continued attacks targeting Qatari territories, explaining that "the Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announced on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, that the State of Qatar was attacked at dawn on Wednesday by (10) drones and two cruise missiles from the Islamic Republic of Iran.
The Qatari Amiri Air Defense Forces successfully intercepted (6) drones, while the Qatari Amiri Air Force successfully intercepted two drones and two cruise missiles, and the Qatari Amiri Naval Forces successfully intercepted the remaining two drones.
In addition, the State of Qatar was attacked on Tuesday by two ballistic missiles from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The air defense systems successfully intercepted one of the missiles, while the second missile targeted the Qatari Al Udeid Air Base without causing any casualties."
The letter explained that, as a result of these attacks, QatarEnergy announced on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, that it had notified affected purchasing customers of a force majeure declaration. This followed its announcement on Monday of a halt in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and related product production due to a military attack on its operational facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City and Mesaieed Industrial City, and its subsequent announcement on Tuesday of a halt in production of certain chemical, petrochemical, and downstream products, including urea, polymers, methanol, and aluminum.
The letter added that on Tuesday, as part of ongoing efforts to protect the security and stability of the State of Qatar, the competent authorities were able to arrest two cells operating on behalf of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps in the State of Qatar.
Careful monitoring and follow-up operations led to the arrest of ten suspects. Seven of them had been assigned espionage tasks to collect information on the country’s vital and military facilities, while three others had been tasked with carrying out acts of sabotage and had received training in the use of drones.
Authorities also found in their possession locations and coordinates of sensitive facilities and sites, as well as communication tools and technical devices.
The letter stated that the accused confessed during the investigations to their affiliation with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps and their assignment to carry out espionage and sabotage missions.
The letter continued, stating that all damages and losses resulting from the attacks will be assessed by the relevant authorities, adding that it will keep them informed of developments.
In this context, the State of Qatar reiterated its strong condemnation of this attack and affirmed its full right to respond in accordance with Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations and in a manner commensurate with the nature of the aggression, in defense of its sovereignty and to safeguard its security and national interests.
The State of Qatar called for circulating this communication as an official Security Council document.
Doha, March 05 (QNA) - HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call Thursday from HE Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Rob Jetten.
At the outset of the call, HE the Dutch Prime Minister expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar regarding the Iranian aggression, condemning these military actions that threaten the security and sovereignty of states and undermine regional stability.
He also praised the efforts of the State of Qatar and its diplomacy aimed at enhancing peace and dialogue in the region, and its pivotal role in supporting de-escalation efforts and consolidating international security and stability.
HE the Dutch Prime Minister also expressed his thanks and appreciation to HH the Amir for the care that the State of Qatar provides to the Dutch community under these exceptional circumstances.
For his part, HH the Amir thanked the Kingdom of the Netherlands for its solidarity, affirming Qatar's keenness to ensure the safety and security of the communities residing on its territory, including the Dutch community.
Both sides stressed the need for urgent action to de-escalate and stop military operations, and to intensify international efforts to reach a swift political solution to the crisis through diplomatic means, in accordance with the principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. (QNA)
