Türkiye urges US-Iran return to agreement, coordinates with Qatar

“The security and peace of Qatar, as well as the security and stability of the region, are also in Türkiye’s interest. Therefore, as in many other issues, we will continue to work together with the Gulf countries and other countries of the Islamic world on this matter,” he added.

Fidan described Türkiye and Qatar as two countries with deep historical ties and a strong strategic partnership, saying the foundation of bilateral relations was laid during the tenure of former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died last Sunday.

Offering condolences to the Qatari people, Fidan said Sheikh Hamad was “not only a visionary leader for Qatar, but also for the Islamic world and the world at large.”

“He made highly significant and constructive contributions. Today, both our region and beyond continue to benefit from what he accomplished,” he added.

Fidan also praised Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for playing a constructive role in the region and for strengthening Türkiye-Qatar cooperation to address regional challenges.

“We see today that the outstanding example of Türkiye-Qatar cooperation, from Lebanon to Afghanistan, from Afghanistan to Sudan, from Sudan to Gaza, the Palestinian issue and the Iran issue, is increasingly appreciated across the region and serves as a model for others,” Fidan said.

“There is a need for constructive cooperation rather than competition in the region, and Qatar is making serious efforts toward that goal,” he added.

Fidan said Gulf countries, particularly Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait and Oman, have made significant progress by advancing development and public services while building strong states and world-class cities.