Qatar Emir Tamim meets Iraqi PM al‑Zaydi and Turkish FM Fidan

On 19 July 2026, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani hosted Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al‑Zaydi and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan at Lusail Palace in Doha. The three leaders discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation across various sectors and reviewed key regional developments, emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy.

They reaffirmed commitment to the June 18 2026 United‑States‑Iran understanding that calls for a halt to military actions and guarantees safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. The meeting also included condolences from al‑Zaydi for the death of former Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Discussions touched on recent U.S. strikes against Iranian targets and Tehran’s retaliatory actions, underscoring the leaders’ joint aim to reduce regional escalation and enhance security.