Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in comments made in the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, has reiterated Qatar’s call for an end to the fighting in Gaza, Al Jazeera reports.

“Ending the war on the Gaza Strip is a fundamental step towards calming the escalating tensions in the region and paving the way for achieving lasting regional peace,” he said.

“We emphasise the need for continued coordination and consultation among countries to ensure an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, which would contribute to alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people and lead to the release of hostages and prisoners,” added Sheikh Mohammed, who is also Qatar’s foreign minister.

“These efforts should open the door to broader opportunities for achieving regional stability and avoiding the risks of more violent and comprehensive escalation.”