Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who is on an official visit to the Qatari capital Doha, said in an interview with Qatar TV that Turkey and Qatar are working in close coordination to reduce US-Iran tensions.
Fidan expressed hope that thanks to Qatar's diplomatic efforts, they would receive "positive news" soon, and stressed that it is vital for Washington and Tehran to return to the negotiating table as soon as possible.
Noting that the risk of the conflict between the parties turning into an all-out war poses a direct threat to the Persian Gulf economy and regional security architecture, the Minister said: "We sincerely desire Iran and America to return to reconciliation as soon as possible. In the past, a memorandum of understanding was prepared with Pakistan's mediation, Qatar's active contribution, and Turkey's assistance. Unfortunately, the parties moved away from it, but this process must be resumed."
Expressing satisfaction that Doha is activating all its constructive communication channels to de-escalate tensions, Fidan added that Qatar's stability and security directly serve Ankara's national interests.
Recalling that the foundations of the strategic partnership between the two countries were laid during the era of the late Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Foreign Minister described him as "the visionary leader of the entire Islamic world."
Fidan noted that the current Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has strengthened this legacy, turning Ankara-Doha cooperation into an exemplary model for the Middle East. "From Lebanon and Afghanistan to Sudan, Gaza, and the Iran issue, Turkish-Qatari solidarity is appreciated by other actors. Our region needs constructive cooperation, not confrontation," he said.
Also drawing attention to the tremendous socioeconomic progress made by Gulf countries, especially Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Oman, the Minister added that Ankara will continue to develop partnerships with Islamic world countries to preserve regional stability.
