Qatar has rejected claims of side deals with Iran, saying they are aimed at damaging the country’s reputation.
Speaking at a press conference, government spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said Doha has not held any unilateral talks with Tehran since the start of the war and is working closely with regional partners.
He also pushed back on suggestions that Qatar is acting alone in dealing with the crisis, saying the response is being coordinated across the region.
“There has been absolutely no single-lined process with the Iranians,” he said.
He said any claims of financial arrangements to stop attacks are false and aimed at targeting Qatar.
Qatar, he added, continues to condemn attacks on the sovereignty of countries in the region.
He said Qatar views any attack as a direct threat to its own sovereignty, stressing that the response must be collective.
Al Ansari also warned against any attempt to use the Strait of Hormuz as leverage in the conflict, calling for shipping to resume without preconditions.
Backing diplomacy
Qatar confirmed it remains engaged in diplomatic efforts, including backing mediation initiatives led by Pakistan.
While no specific Qatari role was outlined, Al Ansari said Doha is in close contact with regional partners and supports ongoing talks.
He emphasised the need for a broader settlement rather than a temporary ceasefire.
“This cannot just be a pause and then a return to escalation,” he said. “What is needed is a comprehensive solution that addresses the concerns of all parties.”
He added that coordination across the region has intensified, with frequent calls and meetings between Gulf states and international partners.
Al Ansari said the impact is already being felt in global energy markets, but that Qatar is well placed to absorb the disruption.
“We have seen our economy endure major challenges before and emerge stronger,” he said, noting that contingency plans are in place.