{
  "id": 15763568,
  "title": "MoFA says dialogue is sole path to reach sustainable regional solution",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/mofa-says-dialogue-is-sole-path-to-reach-sustainable-regional-solution",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T16:04:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/20/10/2026/mofa-says-dialogue-is-sole-path-to-reach-sustainable-regional-solution"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar - The Director of the Media and Communication Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ibrahim bin Sultan Al Hashmi, affirmed on Tuesday that ongoing communications and exchanges aim to mediate between Washington and Tehran. / He stressed that dialogue is the only means to reach a sustainable solution to the crisis. / During the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' weekly press briefing, the Director emphasized the urgent need to avoid causing damage to the region, the global economy, and energy supplies. / He reiterated that Qatar opposes a military resolution. / Efforts continue as Qatar remains hopeful while considering all factors affecting the region, aiming for a resolution that ends the crisis, opens the Strait of Hormuz, and halts the escalation. / The Director warned that the people of the region, especially Iranians, would suffer most if internet cables are targeted in the Strait of Hormuz. / He questioned who would lose the most when a mine explodes in the Strait, an oil spill occurs, or internet cables are severed. / He pointed out that the United States is far from the strait and Israel gains no benefit, stating that the greatest harm would befall the region's countries, including Iran. / Water security in the Strait of Hormuz is crucial for desalination, navigation, and the security of fisheries and aquatic resources in the region. / Qatar holds the Iranian side accountable for preserving the security of these waters and refraining from targeting them. / He stressed the importance of adhering to international laws on freedom of navigation and marine environment protection. / The Director highlighted the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and stop all reckless attacks, which primarily harm regional peoples and their resources before affecting others. / The Qatari-French talks on Tuesday and the strategic dialogue planned for Wednesday provide an opportunity to deepen relations across various sectors, including energy, economy, investment, and defense, while honoring the strong historical ties and cooperation between the two nations. / The Director noted that diversifying partnerships and enhancing defense capabilities are natural steps for Qatar, not exclusive to the current crisis. He emphasized that all countries in the region have a right to deter and defend themselves, develop capabilities, and diversify allies and strategic partnerships. / Regarding US-Iran negotiations, the Director reiterated that Qatar, regional countries, and the world hope for a swift resolution, urging optimism and tireless efforts. / The Director emphasized that despair or belief in a military solution is unacceptable for a mediator, stressing that a peaceful resolution is the only way to maintain the region's stability.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: Director of the Media and Communication Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ibrahim bin Sultan Al Hashmi affirmed Tuesday that communications, visits, and the exchange of messages, as part of mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran, have remained ongoing.</p> <p>He emphasized that reaching a sustainable and immediate resolution to the crisis can only be achieved…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}