GCC and Russia Unite to Demand Ceasefire in Gaza Amid Escalating Tensions

Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, the Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza during a strategic dialogue meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The meeting, held in Riyadh, brought together leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Russia, focusing on the escalating conflict in the region. Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the importance of international cooperation to halt violence and push for a two-state solution, ensuring the establishment of a Palestinian state. Lavrov echoed these sentiments, warning that the Middle East is on the brink of a major regional war and that the international community must act decisively to resolve the Palestinian issue. He praised Qatar's mediation efforts and criticized the failure of global powers, particularly the United States, to facilitate a ceasefire in Gaza. The discussions also aimed at strengthening Gulf-Russian relations across various sectors, including economy and technology.