Qatar warns prolonged Strait of Hormuz crisis risks regional escalation

Qatar's foreign ministry spokesperson has cautioned that the protracted Strait of Hormuz crisis could result in dangerous regional escalation and cause harm to all parties involved. Majed Al-Ansari, representing Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, disclosed that dialogue is underway among Qatar, Oman, and Pakistan to examine measures to de-escalate the situation.

He stressed the significance of collective cooperation to maintain security and stability in the region. Al-Ansari noted that Doha is ramping up efforts with all partners to achieve a peaceful resolution and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that escalation would serve no party's interests. He further highlighted that Qatar is persistently engaging with all stakeholders to reunite them at the negotiating table, warning that leaving the crisis unresolved would exacerbate regional tensions.