Jordan’s King affirms full support for Qatar in call with Emir following Iranian strike

In a show of regional solidarity, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan held a phone call Monday with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, following the missile strike that targeted the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

During the call, King Abdullah expressed Jordan’s unwavering support for the State of Qatar in safeguarding its security, stability, and sovereignty, particularly amid the current regional escalation.

The King condemned any act that threatens the safety of Qatar and its people, reaffirming the strong historical and fraternal ties between the two nations.

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According to an official statement, the monarch emphasized Jordan’s firm position in standing by Qatar against any external threats or attempts to destabilize the region. He also stressed the importance of coordinated efforts among Arab nations to ensure peace and stability in the Gulf.

The call comes hours after Iran claimed responsibility for the missile attack on Al Udeid base, which it described as a response to US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Qatari authorities confirmed the interception of the missiles, reporting no injuries and affirming that the country remains safe.

Jordan’s expression of solidarity follows an earlier statement from its Foreign Ministry, which condemned the Iranian strike as a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and international law.

The exchange between the two leaders underscores the deepening diplomatic coordination in the region as Gulf countries respond to the evolving security situation.