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Qatar welcomes agreement reached on the MoU between US and Iran on addressing outstanding issue

Published: 15 Jun 2026 - 01:31 am | Last Updated: 15 Jun 2026 - 01:35 am
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DOHA: The State of Qatar welcomes the agreement reached on the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran on addressing the outstanding issues between them, including ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and considers it an important step towards consolidating sustainable peace and promoting economic growth regionally and internationally.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Qatar’s appreciation for the determination of both the American and Iranian sides and their commitment to moving forward in resolving differences through negotiations and peaceful means.

In this context, it commended the partnership and efforts undertaken by the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, as well as all regional and international parties, to de-escalate tensions and bring viewpoints closer together, culminating in the agreement on this Memorandum.

The Ministry reaffirmed the State of Qatar’s full support for all efforts and initiatives aimed at enhancing regional security and stability and reaching sustainable solutions to outstanding issues through dialogue and peaceful means, in accordance with the principles of international law and good-neighbourliness, in a manner that contributes to opening new horizons for cooperation, development, and prosperity, and serves the common interests of the peoples of the region and the world.