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Saudi Arabia condemns 'unjustifiable' Iran attack on Qatar, offers 'full support'

Saudi Arabia condemns 'unjustifiable' Iran attack on Qatar, offers 'full support'

Saudi Arabia and other countries condemn strikes launched by Iran on targets in Qatar.
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia on Monday condemned strikes launched by Iran on targets in Qatar, a foreign ministry statement said.

"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia condemns and denounces in the strongest terms the aggression launched by Iran against the sisterly State of Qatar, which constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and the principles of good neighborliness," the statement said.

It added that it is "unacceptable and cannot be justified under any circumstances." The Kingdom affirmed its solidarity and full support for Qatar and is deploying all its capabilities to support the country in all measures it takes, the statement added.

Iran launched missile attacks Monday on a US military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Qatar condemned the attack on Al-Udeid Air Base but said it successfully intercepted the missiles and no casualties were reported.

It said its airspace is now safe.

The UAE described the attack as a flagrant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace, and a clear contravention of international law and the UN Charter.

In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed its categorical rejection of any attack that threatens Qatar’s security and safety and undermines the security and stability of the region.

The ministry expressed the UAE’s full solidarity with Qatar and its unwavering support for all measures aimed at protecting the security and safety of its citizens and residents.

It also stressed the need for an immediate halt to military escalation, warning that the continuation of such actions would undermine regional security and drag the region down dangerous paths with disastrous repercussions for international peace and security.

The statement further called for diplomatic solutions and the principle of good neighborliness, stressing that serious dialogue remains the only way to overcome current crises and safeguard the region’s security, stability, and the safety of its people.

Egypt also expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the Iranian attacks, considering them a "violation of its sovereignty, a threat to its territorial integrity, and a violation of international law and the United Nations Charter." Egypt also expressed its "deep concern over the rapidly escalating and dangerous situation in the region," stressing its "complete rejection of all forms of military escalation or infringement on the sovereignty of states," according to a statement from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.

Bahrain affirmed its "full support for the sisterly State of Qatar following the Iranian attack on its territory." It expressed solidarity as "required by the bond of brotherhood and blood, and affirms the solidarity of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in these sensitive circumstances facing the region, to exert the necessary efforts to exercise self-restraint, avoid escalation, and resolve all disputes through peaceful means," according to the Bahrain News Agency.

The kingdom called on the international community and the UN Security Council to shoulder their responsibilities in condemning the attacks, and taking effective steps to deter Iran's irresponsible actions.

It also urged cooperation to restore stability and prevent further escalation in the region, embracing dialogue and diplomacy to preserve the security of the region and the peace of its people.

Oman condemned the ongoing escalation in the region.

An official spokesperson for the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the Iranian missile attack on Qatar as "a rejected and condemned act" that violated the sovereignty of a Gulf Cooperation Council state, contradicted the principles of good neighborliness, and risked expanding the conflict to devastating effect.

Kuwait also denounced the Iranian strike, calling it a "blatant violation" of Qatari sovereignty and airspace and "a dangerous escalation that threatens peace, security, and stability in the region." Iraq's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the "dangerous and accelerating escalation," describing the attack on Qatar as a turning point that could expand the conflict and warned of the risks posed by the involvement of new actors in the confrontation.

Jordan strongly condemned the missile strike, calling it a "flagrant violation" of Qatari sovereignty and international law.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed Jordan's "absolute solidarity" with Qatar in confronting threats to its security and stability.

Morocco joined the chorus of condemnation, with its Ministry of Foreign Affairs describing the attack as a "blatant missile strike" and reiterating the Kingdom’s full solidarity with Qatar.

Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi said the organization was "surprised" but strongly condemned the Iranian attack, calling it a direct threat not just to Qatar but to all GCC states.

He reaffirmed the Council's unity and expressed surprise that the strike came despite the GCC’s condemnation of Israeli actions and ongoing mediation efforts.

The Arab Parliament echoed these concerns, labelling the attack "a flagrant and unacceptable violation of Qatari sovereignty" and warning of the dangers of further escalation.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the strike as a violation of a sister nation's sovereignty, cautioning that it would heighten tensions and hamper de-escalation efforts.

Palestine also issued a statement of support for Qatar, describing the attack as a "blatant violation" of its sovereignty and affirming solidarity with the Qatari people.

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday called for a return to negotiations after Iran’s attack.

"The spiral of chaos must end," he wrote on X.

"I call on all parties to exercise the utmost restraint, de-escalate and return to the negotiating table." He expressed his solidarity with Qatar.

Speaking to broadcaster France 2, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said: "This is a dangerous escalation in which Iran bears a heavy responsibility.

It is a cycle of violence that puts the region at risk of a widespread conflagration, which would have very serious repercussions even here at home."
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