NEW DELHI, Sep 10 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi today spoke with the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, and said India condemns the violation of Qatar’s sovereignty, in the aftermath of the Israeli airstrikes in Doha targeting the Hamas leadership.
The PM said India supports the resolution of issues through dialogue and diplomacy, and avoiding escalation.
In a post on X, the PM also said that India is against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
“Spoke with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and expressed deep concern at the attacks in Doha. India condemns the violation of the sovereignty of the brotherly State of Qatar. We support resolution of issues through dialogue and diplomacy, and avoiding escalation.
“India stands firmly in support of peace and stability in the region, and against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”
A readout said that during the phone call: “PM expressed deep concern over the attacks in Doha and condemned the violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar.
“PM appreciated the role being played by Qatar in promoting regional peace and stability, including its mediation efforts in Gaza to achieve ceasefire and release of all hostages.
“Prime Minister reiterated support for resolution of all issues through dialogue and diplomacy and the need to avoid escalation. He highlighted that India stands firmly in support of peace and stability in the region, and against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
“Sheikh Tamim thanked Prime Minister Modi for the expression of solidarity with the people and the State of Qatar.
“The two leaders also expressed satisfaction at the sustained progress in the India-Qatar Strategic Partnership and reiterated their commitment to advance bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest.
“They agreed to remain in close touch.”
A Qatari readout said that the Amir received a phone call from the Indian PM.
“During the call, the prime minister affirmed his country’s solidarity with the State of Qatar and its strong condemnation of the cowardly Israeli attack that targeted the residential headquarters of a number of Hamas leaders, stressing that it is a blatant violation of all international laws and norms, and a serious threat to the security of the State of Qatar and the countries of the region.
“The Indian prime minister also stressed his categorical rejection of any aggression that threatens the security and safety of the State of Qatar and its people and undermines the security and stability of the region.
“For his part, His Highness the Amir affirmed that the State of Qatar will take all measures to protect its security and preserve its sovereignty in the face of the blatant Israeli attack. His Highness expressed his thanks to the prime minister for his sincere feelings and India’s appreciated solidarity with the State of Qatar and its people.”
On Tuesday, Israel had carried out an airstrike in Doha, Qatar, targeting the leaders of the Hamas terror group’s politburo who were believed to be gathered in a house there. Israel dubbed the airstrike “Operation Summit of Fire”.
(UNI)
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