The expansion of the military presence of Zionist regimes in southern Syria and Lebanon has once again made it clear to regional countries that the basis for the formation of Israel in the 20th century is based on territorial expansion. This “military power” has no choice but to change the map of the region by relying on geopolitical capabilities to overcome geopolitical sieges and expanding “strategic depth” throughout the Arab Middle East.
Today, thanks to the widespread influence of the Jewish lobby in Washington, Tel Aviv has become a regional branch of the American military in West Asia. Zionist occupying people not only relied on powerful out-of-territories allies, but they also built nearly 200 nuclear warheads. Recently, calls for war have been increased from ultra-Orthodox forces in occupied areas, and Arab countries, particularly Qatar, have launched new diplomatic, legal and media efforts to curb Israeli war machinery.
On Sunday, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement declaring that Doha had requested UN nuclear observers to place all Israeli nuclear facilities under its supervision. Arab countries are also calling for Israel’s accession to the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and increased international efforts to bring all nuclear facilities of the administration under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) surveillance.
Jassim Yacoub Al Hammadi has condemned Israel’s demands for forced ouster of Gaza residents, obstructing the delivery of humanitarian aid and fortifying military attacks in the West Bank. Previously, in an interview with renowned American journalist Tucker Carlson, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullan al-Thani warned that Israeli attacks on Israeli nuclear facilities (particularly the Bushell Power Plant) would lead to water shortages throughout the region. Qatar’s Foreign Minister emphasized that Doha simulated Israeli attacks on Iran and also provided documented evidence. He added that following the simulation, his country has increased its construction of water tanks, but this issue remains a major regional threat.
The key point is that not only the waters of the Persian Gulf, but all the creatures within it and international transport also face existential threats.
Qatar’s support for Iran against Zionist regime
In recent years, Qatar has established itself as one of the Iranian regional ally of the Persian Gulf, and has adopted a key supportive stance amid Tehrantel’s Aviv tensions. Doha and Tehran’s diplomatic ties were strengthened, particularly after Qatar became a strategic partner in Iran in 2017 after being blocked by Saudi Arabia and its allies.
Amid recent tensions between Iran and Israel, Qatari officials have repeatedly emphasized the need to maintain regional stability and avoid provocative action. At various international conferences, Qatar’s Foreign Minister criticized the Israeli regime’s expansionist policy, called for respect for Iran’s national sovereignty, and consistently advocated diplomatic solutions to military conflict.
Furthermore, by holding informal negotiations between Iranian diplomats and world powers, Doha has played an active mediating role in eliminating regional conflicts. On the media side, Qatar’s Al Jazeera network is taking a balanced approach when covering Iran-related news, striving to present a more fairer image of Iran’s position to global audiences.
Economically, despite international pressure, Qatar maintains trade ties with Iran and continues banking and financial interactions with Tehran during periods of serious sanctions. The joint management of the South Pur (North Dome) gas fields, the world’s largest gas field, is a prime example of the strategic cooperation between the two countries.
On security issues, Qatar supports its stance of defending Iran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, calling for restraint from all parties involved in the military conflict. During his visit to Tehran, Emil Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani met with the leaders of the Islamic Revolution to reaffirm his solidarity with Iran’s position against external threats. Additionally, international forums such as the United Nations, organisations of Islamic cooperation, and the Arab League have refrained from supporting anti-Iranian resolutions proposed by Israel and its allies. Unlike some Arab countries, they are also resisting normalizing relations with Israel.
These supportive positions have not only strengthened Iran’s regional status, but have also significantly undermined the “Iranphobia” project amid growing tensions with Israel.
Qatar: Resistance shaft support
With its independent foreign policy, Qatar has become a hub for mediation between resistance groups and global authority. By hosting Hamas political offices and welcoming movement leaders, Doha has actively supported Palestinian resistance. During the Gaza conflict, Qatar played an important role in ceasefire negotiations and prisoner interactions.
Qatar’s influential media outlet Al Jazeera covered Israeli war crimes extensively, amplifying the voices of oppressed Palestinians and effectively exposing the true nature of the occupying regime. Additionally, Qatar has provided humanitarian aid to Gaza, supported the rebuilding of war-torn infrastructure, and demonstrated a practical commitment to supporting the Palestinian people.
Diplomatically, Qatari officials have consistently taken a significant stance on Israeli expansionist policies, and unlike some Arab countries, they refrain from normalizing relations with the Zionist regime.
With regard to other members of the Resistance Axis, Doha maintains close ties with Iran and continues to provide economic cooperation despite international sanctions. In the Syrian crisis, despite policy differences with Damascus, Qatar has sought to promote conflict resolution through dialogue and mediation. Lebanon has played a positive role by financially supporting the reconstruction of areas that have been devastated by Israeli attacks and helping to strengthen the country’s infrastructure.
The Chief of Qatar’s speech at the International Forum condemned Israel’s aggressive actions, confirmed that the legitimate rights of the regional states resisted occupation, and emphasized strategic alignment with Doha’s axis of resistance. This balanced approach by Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has significantly strengthened the region’s resistance front and alleviated international pressure on the movement, while maintaining relations with the West.
Conclusion
In Qatar’s national security doctrine, the presence of large adjacent forces produced a sense of “aggression unrest” about the potential occupation by any of these states. As a result, Qatari leaders have been using financial resources in recent years to establish new pillars of power in the media, diplomacy and military sectors.
Over the past 20 years, in response to security concerns about “identity” and “regional balance,” Qatar has prioritized support for Palestinian resistance groups and has countered the Zionist regime’s illegal activities within the foreign policy framework.
A recent meeting between Qatar’s UN ambassador, Jasim Yakov Al-Hamadi, and IAEA directors, highlights the need for testing Israeli nuclear facilities, and reflects Doha’s principled stance towards Tel Aviv. Previously, Qatar had openly called on the international community to restrain Israel from inciting reckless and aggressive behavior against Iran.
Given Qatar’s current position, it is appropriate to consider one of Iran’s key partners within the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC).
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