Qatar's emir condemns Israeli attacks in Syria, Lebanon and Palestine

Qatar's emir used the UN stage to denounce regional Israeli aggression while rejecting limits on his country's diplomatic outreach.

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly, Qatar's emir strongly condemned ongoing Israeli military actions across Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Syria. Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani labeled the situation in Gaza a genocide and criticized the international community for its inadequate response. Additionally, he asserted that Qatar will not restrict its diplomatic role solely to Gulf mediation or engage in regional bargaining.

• Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani spoke at the eighty-first session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
• The Qatari leader denounced settler terrorism and apartheid policies within the occupied West Bank.
• Al Thani demanded that international pressure be applied to compel Israel to respect existing Gaza ceasefire agreements.
• The emir emphasized support for Lebanese state institutions and territorial sovereignty amid ongoing attacks.

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