Qatar Ready to Host Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine

Qatar Ready to Host Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine
November 29th, 2024

Qatar’s Humanitarian Role in the Ukraine Conflict

According to Ambassador Ahmed bin Nasser Al Thani from Qatars Foreign Office department who mentioned that Doha sees conflict resolution as an aspect of their global strategy mentioned that Qatar is ready to act as a neutral ground for discussions between Russia and Ukraine if both parties are open to it while other Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are also showing interest in playing a role as mediators, in the current conflict scenario.

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According to Qatar’s Ambassador to Russia Ahmed bin Nasser Al Thani if Russia and Ukraine are willing to participate then Qatar is ready to host peace talks as a mediator. In Dohas policy prioritizing conflict mediation, for peaceful resolutions is crucial.

On the 27th and 28th of November a special event was held at the Qatari Embassy in Moscow to bring together children and their families from Ukraine. The ambassador mentioned that Doha is committed to sustaining its efforts, in aid.

Key Contributions of Qatar to Peacebuilding

Significant Contributions, from Qatar
In the efforts to bring together families torn apart by the conflict in Ukraine Qatar has played a role by reuniti ng over 100 children with their families in the last couple of years. Coveri ng the expenses, for discussions travel arrangements and other necessary arrangements has been taken care of by Qatar.

Ambassador Al Thani reiterated Qatars commitment to endeavors and stressed its willingness to facilitate wider discussions through mediation efforts." Qatar is prepared to act as a mediator and create a forum for peace dialogues; this includes talks, between Russia and Ukraine should both sides show interest " he declared.

Efforts to mediate by countries, in the Gulf region.
Saudi Arabia along with the UAE and Oman are also considered intermediaries in the situation at hand. For example the UAE has enabled swaps of prisoners establishing Abu Dhabi as a place for negotiations. Likewise Saudi Arabia has been asserting itself more as an influence, in this area.

Challenges
Qatar has chosen to stay neutral in the Ukraine conflict and supports solutions; however some experts argue that its ability to act as a mediator could be constrained because of its close ties, with the U.S and other Western powers.

Gulf Nations as Mediators in International Disputes

Terms, for Negotiating Peace Talks.
Russia has listed requirements for starting negotiations for peace talks which include the removal of Ukrainian troops, from areas claimed by Russia as well as acknowledging new territories as part of Russias territory and Ukraine publicly giving up on its NATO aspirations while also ending Western sanctions.

Different Mediation Options Available
In the years Belarus was the venue for the Minsk Agreements while Turkey played a role in the Istanbul Agreements. However Ukraine has now declined talks with Russia under the influence of Western counselors, like former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

As the balance of power changes in the region the Gulf countries. Especially Qatar. Might have an impact, on promoting discussions and further peace efforts.

Shandor Brenner

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