Doha, Qatar: Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari, Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized Qatar’s active role in facilitating progress on the Iranian nuclear agreement, particularly following the recent ceasefire between Iran and Israel. While no current negotiations are underway for a Gaza ceasefire, Qatar continues daily communication with key partners — Egypt and the United States — to revive talks.

Al-Ansari expressed deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting that over 500 people have died while waiting in aid lines and condemning reports of unarmed civilians being shot. He stressed that the international community must not grow numb to the ongoing human suffering, and reiterated Qatar’s unwavering efforts in humanitarian mediation.

He also pointed to the positive role of the U.S. in past ceasefires and noted Qatar’s optimism regarding renewed American engagement in resolving the Gaza crisis. Meanwhile, H.E. the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs will receive the prestigious Tipperary International Peace Award in Ireland, recognizing Qatar’s significant contributions to global peace and humanitarian efforts.