British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire and emphasised the importance of de-escalating tensions and enhancing regional stability during talks in Doha.
During the meeting, both sides also stressed the need for global efforts to solidify the agreement, leading to a lasting peace accord that guarantees regional security, the stability of supply chains, and the continued flow of global energy through the Strait of Hormuz.
The British Prime Minister reiterated his condemnation of the Iranian attacks on Qatar, affirming his country's full solidarity and support for Qatar's measures aimed at preserving its sovereignty, security, and stability.
On Thursday, Starmer met with leaders of the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. He condemned Iranian attacks on the nations during his conversation with Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and others.
Separately, Starmer, in his conversation with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed the Strait of Hormuz and the need to push to restore the free flow of goods to support global supply chains.
President Donald Trump has stated on Monday that the US would either reach a deal with Iran or "finish the job", renewing his threat of military action.
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Sixteen people remain buried in a mountainous county in China's western province of Gansu after a landslide on Tuesday, according to state broadcaster CCTV.
Hamas has announced on Monday that it had dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and was ready to hand over to a group of Palestinian technocrats, a move it described as a step forward in a US-backed plan for the enclave, but Israel dismissed as a "stunt".
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