The State of Qatar welcomed a UN Security Council statement issued on August 7 condemning missile attacks launched by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia since July 13, and attacks on commercial vessels since July 22.
According to SPA, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed appreciation for the council’s emphasis on upholding international law and United Nations Security Council resolutions, specifically Resolution 2216.
The ministry welcomed the rejection by council members of actions that undermine the rights and freedoms of maritime navigation and threaten regional security. Qatar reiterated its solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for measures taken by the Kingdom to protect its security and sovereignty.
The statement affirmed that the security of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the security of the State of Qatar and all GCC member states.
What did the UN Security Council condemn in its August 7 statement? The UN Security Council condemned missile attacks launched by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia that began on July 13. Additionally, the statement condemned attacks targeting commercial vessels that have occurred since July 22.
How did the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs respond to the UN statement? The ministry expressed full appreciation for the emphasis placed on upholding international law and relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions. It specifically highlighted the importance of Resolution 2216 in this context.
What is Qatar’s position regarding the security of Saudi Arabia? Qatar reiterated its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures the Kingdom takes to safeguard its security and sovereignty. The ministry affirmed that Saudi security is an integral part of the security of Qatar and all GCC member states.