Doha: Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy of the US President to the Middle East Steve Witkoff on Sunday. The meeting focused on reviewing the strategic partnership and cooperation between Qatar and the United States, with an emphasis on enhancing collaboration in defense and energy sectors.

According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions also included recent regional developments and the Pakistani mediation efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions. These efforts are seen as crucial for improving security and stability in the region. The Qatari Prime Minister underscored the importance of all parties engaging with these mediation initiatives to address the crisis’s root causes through dialogue, aiming for a comprehensive agreement that would secure lasting peace in the region.