His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar, received Lebanese Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam at the Amiri Diwan in Doha on Tuesday for official discussions on matters of mutual interest and regional developments.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Lebanon's Solidarity with Qatar

   • PM Salam strongly condemned the Iranian attack on Al-Udeid Air Base, calling it "a blatant violation of Qatar's sovereignty, airspace, international law, and the UN Charter"

   • Reiterated Lebanon's "absolute rejection of any aggression threatening Qatar's security or regional stability"

2. Gratitude for Qatari Support

   • The Lebanese leader expressed profound appreciation for Qatar's political and humanitarian support to Lebanon during current regional challenges

3. Qatar's Reaffirmed Commitment

   • The Amir thanked Lebanon for its solidarity and confirmed Qatar's "continuous support for the Lebanese Republic and its brotherly people in achieving peace, development, and prosperity"

Meeting Highlights:
✓ In-depth review of bilateral relations and enhancement opportunities
✓ Exchange of views on pressing regional/international issues
✓ Discussion of mechanisms to strengthen Qatari-Lebanese cooperation

Diplomatic Context:
The meeting occurred against the backdrop of:

• Recent Iranian aggression against Qatari territory

• Ongoing regional tensions

• Qatar's active mediation role in Middle Eastern affairs

Official Statement Excerpts:
"The discussions reflected the depth of Qatari-Lebanese relations and shared commitment to Arab solidarity," the Amiri Diwan communiqué noted, emphasizing both nations' alignment on:
• Sovereignty preservation
• International law adherence
• Regional de-escalation efforts