Qatar has issued a stark warning that ongoing settlement expansion and settler violence in the West Bank are jeopardizing the prospect of achieving a two-state solution, which it sees as crucial for lasting peace in the Middle East. Speaking at a high-level ministerial meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, emphasized the necessity of adhering to international law and relevant UN resolutions.
During the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution meeting, Al Khulaifi reiterated Qatar’s support for establishing an independent and sovereign Palestinian state along the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, coexisting peacefully with Israel. He urged countries that have not yet recognized Palestine to take that step.
Highlighting the detrimental impact of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Al Khulaifi noted that the humanitarian crisis resulting from the war poses a severe threat to regional stability and efforts toward achieving a political resolution. Qatar remains committed to diplomatic efforts, collaborating with countries like Egypt, the United States, and Türkiye to promote ceasefire and peace initiatives.
In addition, Qatar stressed its ongoing commitment to humanitarian assistance for Palestinians and participation in international efforts to improve conditions in Gaza. Al Khulaifi underscored Qatar’s dedication to advancing a lasting political solution, aligning with broader international objectives.