UAE President reaffirms solidarity with Qatar during Doha visit

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed the UAE’s solidarity with Qatar during talks with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani at the Amiri Diwan in Doha.

The meeting took place a day after Israel carried out targeted attacks on Hamas in Qatar's capital city.

Sheikh Mohamed stressed the UAE's steadfast support for all measures taken by Qatar to safeguard its sovereignty, territorial integrity and the safety of its people.

His Highness also praised the efforts of Sheikh Tamim in promoting peace and stability in the region.

Upon touch down at Doha International Airport, the UAE President was welcomed by Sheikh Tamim, along with a high-level delegation of senior Qatari officials, national news agency Wam reported.

Sheikh Mohamed is joined by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence; Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser; Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; and Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs.

In an earlier phone call with the Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Mohamed had strongly condemned the assault as a violation of international laws and norms.