Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, has declared that Iran "betrayed us" following strikes on Gulf countries, describing the actions as a "dangerous miscalculation."
Speaking publicly for the first time since Qatar faced repeated attacks, the Prime Minister stated the nation is in a "very difficult period." He highlighted a "big sense of betrayal," noting that Gulf countries were targeted shortly after the war began, despite Qatar's clear stance against participating in wars against neighbors.
He emphasized that Qatar has always sought to maintain good relations with Iran, but found the justifications for the recent attacks "completely rejected."
Despite condemning the strikes, the Prime Minister repeatedly stressed the need for de-escalation from all parties, including urging the United States to reduce tensions. He warned of the risk of the entire region descending into war.
Diplomacy, he argued, remains the only viable path forward, insisting that renewed negotiations are essential. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani accused Iran of a "miscalculation," pointing out that attacks targeted civilian facilities, including international airports and gas infrastructure.
The Prime Minister underscored the global stakes, noting that disruptions in the Gulf, where Qatar is a major gas supplier, would impact markets, food supplies, and people worldwide. He concluded that a war originating with the US, Israel, and Iran is now drawing in countries that wish to remain neutral but are finding themselves on the front lines.