Qatar PM after Gulf energy attacks: ‘This war must be stopped immediately’

Qatar’s Prime Minister Calls for Immediate Ceasefire After Gulf Energy Strikes

Following recent energy attacks across the Gulf, Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani urged an urgent halt to the conflict, emphasizing that Iran’s role as the primary instigator and beneficiary is evident. His remarks were made on Thursday, as regional tensions escalate further.

Al Thani addressed the situation in collaboration with Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, asserting that Iran’s actions are driving the conflict. The leader highlighted that Qatar is demanding an end to Iran’s attacks on Gulf nations, warning that the current escalation endangers civilians and destabilizes global energy security.

This war must be stopped immediately, because everyone knows who is the biggest beneficiary and the cause of the conflict.

The crisis began when Israel struck Iran’s main natural gas field on Wednesday. In response, Tehran launched missile attacks on energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar’s Ras Laffan, a key liquefied natural gas hub. Al Thani condemned the damage to Qatar’s infrastructure, labeling it a deliberate act of sabotage.

He noted that Qatar had swiftly condemned the Israeli strike on Iran’s energy assets from the outset. However, the PM criticized Iran’s retaliation, which targeted Qatar directly. “This act of sabotage reflects an aggressive and irresponsible policy, pushing the region toward dangerous escalation,” he stated.

Global energy markets are now under increased pressure. Qatar and Iran jointly hold the world’s largest natural gas reserves, making the Gulf a strategic hub for international supply. Disruptions at Ras Laffan, the largest LNG export facility, have already sparked concerns about supply chain reliability.

European gas prices have climbed to their highest levels since the conflict began three weeks ago, driven by fears of prolonged instability. QatarEnergy reported significant damage to its northern operations, compounding the volatility in the energy sector.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Israel acted independently, holding it solely accountable for the recent strikes. Turkey’s Fidan, however, pointed to Israel as the catalyst for a potential “battlefield threatening global stability,” while reaffirming that diplomatic efforts remain active. Turkish mediators are currently engaging with both Iran and the United States to promote de-escalation.