Qatar Coordinates Regional De-escalation Talks with Lebanon and Jordan

Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani conducted a series of diplomatic phone calls on November 2 and 3, 2026, to coordinate regional de-escalation and security efforts with Lebanon and Jordan.

On November 2, Sheikh Mohammed first spoke with Lebanese Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Youssef Raji and later with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. During these conversations, he affirmed Qatar's commitment to Lebanon's territorial integrity and stability. The discussions focused on bilateral cooperation and the pursuit of a comprehensive agreement for sustainable peace.

Sheikh Mohammed also held a telephone conversation on November 2 with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi. The two officials discussed strategies to strengthen bilateral ties and joint diplomatic efforts to improve regional stability.

Across all discussions, including a follow-up call with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on November 3, Sheikh Mohammed consistently emphasized Qatar's support for initiatives to ensure the freedom of maritime navigation. The coordinated efforts across the three nations aimed to reduce regional tensions through diplomatic channels.