A Downing Street spokesperson:
“This afternoon the Prime Minister spoke to the Amir of Qatar,
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
“The Prime Minister thanked Qatar for their ongoing efforts to
try to negotiate a hostage deal. Both leaders agreed on the
importance of a deal that secures the urgent release of hostages
- ending the horrific ordeal of those being held and their loved
ones – and getting more aid into Gaza, while progressing towards
a sustainable and permanent ceasefire.
“The Prime Minister shared his deep concern about the
humanitarian impact of a full military incursion of Rafah, and
updated the Amir on the UK's support to ensure more humanitarian
aid was flowing into Gaza via land, sea and air.
“Turning to wider regional security, the leaders agreed it was
right to continue to work with our allies to focus on
de-escalation. The Prime Minister added that this was vitally
important and in all our interests.
“The Prime Minister praised Qatar's recent work to support those
in Ukraine who continue to face the devastating consequences of
Russian aggression, including its efforts to reunite Ukrainian
children with their families.
“The leaders welcomed the already strong bilateral trade
partnership and defence cooperation between the UK and Qatar.
Both agreed on the importance of continuing to strengthen that
cooperation in the future.”
