DOHA, July 25 (Xinhua) -- Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with visiting Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Saturday to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional developments.
According to a statement by Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two sides reviewed bilateral relations and ways to further strengthen cooperation. They also exchanged views on ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and enhance regional security and stability.
The Qatari official said all relevant parties should adhere to dialogue and diplomacy, and implement the U.S.-Iran peace memorandum of understanding, including ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, to safeguard regional security and promote regional stability.
He also reaffirmed Qatar's full support for efforts aimed at easing tensions and reaching a comprehensive agreement that would achieve lasting peace in the region.
The meeting took place amid heightened regional tensions, as the United States launched multiple rounds of attacks on Iranian targets in recent days and Iran responded by targeting U.S. bases and facilities across the region. ■
