Qatar's Emir says nation stayed resilient amid regional war and energy attacks

In a speech to Qatar's Shura Council, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani described one outlet period as marked by "exceptional events" stemming from the United States-Israel war on Iran. He noted that Iran has directly targeted Qatar, including a March strike on the Ras Laffan LNG complex, the world’s largest liquefied natural gas producer. The Emir said Qatar’s ability to cope stems from policies enacted before the conflict, emphasizing a continued commitment to peaceful dialogue.

He stressed that the security of Gulf Cooperation Council states and their sovereignty cannot be compromised. Tamim also pointed to disruptions of global supply routes, especially the Strait of Hormuz, and urged a doubling of efforts to safeguard navigation and energy infrastructure in the Gulf.