Qatar says focus should be on ending fighting, not Strait of Hormuz

Qatar has urged efforts to prioritise ending the fighting rather than rushing to resolve tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.

Majed al Ansari said it is “still too early” to focus on a solution for the waterway, stressing the need to halt the conflict first.

He said the strait has historically remained stable and argued the focus should shift to “sustainable security” and the “safety of navigation”.

Al Ansari added that the war’s economic impact is already being felt worldwide, particularly through rising energy prices and trade disruption, though Qatar expects to weather the crisis.

He also condemned violations of Lebanese sovereignty and said Doha remains engaged with all parties, with communication continuing between Iran and Pakistan.