ISTANBUL
Qatar’s Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed the latest developments following the US military buildup in the Persian Gulf, Iran’s warning of war engulfing the entire region in the event of an attack, and the implications for regional security with French President Emmanuel Macron during a phone call Sunday, the Qatari Amiri Diwan said.
The call addressed efforts to curb escalation in the region and developments related to Iran and their impact on regional security, according to the statement from the Amiri Court.
The conversation came as the US has stepped up military deployments in the Middle East in recent weeks, alongside threats by US President Donald Trump to target Iran.
Iran says Washington is using sanctions, pressure, and efforts to stir unrest to create a pretext for external intervention aimed at regime change. Iranian officials have warned of a “comprehensive and unprecedented” response to any attack, even if it is limited, according to public statements and reported US assessments.
Tamim and Macron also discussed developments in Gaza, including efforts to protect civilians under the ceasefire agreement in the enclave, as well as ways to support stability in Lebanon and safeguard its security and sovereignty, the statement said.
