President Muizzu Condemns Israeli Attack on Qatar, Affirms Maldives’ Solidarity

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has condemned the recent Israeli attack on Qatar, describing it as a violation of Qatari sovereignty and an affront to the dignity of the Arab and Islamic world.

Speaking at the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha yesterday, President Muizzu called the assault a crime against humanity and a direct attack on peace. He said Qatar, which has played a key role in mediating for peace in Gaza, deserves recognition rather than punishment, and warned that the strike on Doha was an attempt to destabilise the region and undermine peace efforts.

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He further described the attack as part of a broader pattern of Israeli violations, including the occupation of Palestinian land, denial of humanitarian access, and the targeting of civilians, medical workers, and journalists. Stressing that international law must apply equally to all nations, he criticised the double standards that, he said, shield Israel from accountability.

Reaffirming the Maldives’ solidarity with the government and people of Qatar, President Muizzu urged that Israeli leaders be held accountable for war crimes through coordinated political, economic, and diplomatic measures. He also called for immediate humanitarian aid to Gaza and the West Bank.

During his visit, President Muizzu held an audience with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar, at the Sheraton Doha Hotel. He conveyed condolences over the fatalities caused by the attack and commended Qatar’s leadership in convening the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit. The two leaders also discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

President Muizzu has since returned to Malé after completing his official visit. The summit brought together leaders of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states at a critical moment, serving as a platform to call for firm international measures to uphold international law and safeguard the rights of the Palestinian people.