Qatar Warns of Iran War Impact on Global Energy Markets

Speaking at the Global Security Forum in Doha, Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani announced that the global energy shockwaves from the US-Israeli war against Iran have not yet reached their highest point.

Speaking at the Global Security Forum held in Doha, Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani warned that the global energy shockwaves generated by the war waged by the US and Israel against Iran have not yet peaked. The statement expressed concerns that this situation could lead to additional disruptions on energy supply, international trade, and economic growth.

During the forum, Al Thani drew attention to numerous threats faced by Qatar and the broader Gulf region, including sovereignty risks and disruptions in energy supply. Calling for dialogue with Tehran, the Qatari official emphasized defense relations with the US while rejecting transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz.