Qatar PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani is set to meet top US officials on Friday. The meeting will take place at the White House in Washington, the State Department confirmed. Discussions are expected to focus on the recent Israeli attack in Qatar and ongoing efforts to negotiate a ceasefire in Gaza.
The Qatar PM will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and is also expected to hold talks with President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and US special envoy Steve Witkoff, according to media reports. The discussions aim to address rising tensions in the Middle East and explore ways to protect civilians in conflict zones.
The Israeli attack in Qatar targeted Hamas political leaders and has drawn widespread international concern. The United Nations Security Council condemned the strike in Doha, although the statement did not specifically mention Israel. The attack has escalated fears of further conflict in an already tense region.
Qatar has played a key role as a mediator in the conflict. The country has been working to arrange a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Qatar also seeks to secure the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas and provide post-conflict humanitarian support to Gaza.
US officials consider Qatar a strategic ally in the Gulf. Washington values Qatar’s role in facilitating dialogue and stabilizing the region. The Qatar PM’s visit underscores the importance of cooperation between the two countries to address regional crises and prevent further escalation.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains critical. Tens of thousands have been killed since October 2023, with widespread displacement and a severe shortage of food and medical supplies. Human rights groups have called the ongoing violence a major crisis requiring urgent international attention.
The Qatar PM’s meeting with US leaders is expected to focus on practical solutions, including ceasefire agreements and humanitarian aid. Officials hope that diplomatic efforts will reduce violence and provide relief to affected civilians.
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