Government

Doha: The State of Qatar participated in the extraordinary meeting of Their Excellencies the GCC Ministers of Information, which was held on Monday via video conference. HE Chairman of Qatar Media Corporation Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al-Thani represented the State of Qatar at the meeting, with the presence of HE CEO of the Qatar Media CorporationآSheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Jassim Al-Thani. The meeting discussed enhancing joint Gulf media coordination and integration by formulating a unified Gulf media narrative that reflects the common stance of the GCC countries in addressing the repercussions of the current crisis and the security and political developments in the region, in light of the Iranian aggression against the GCC countries. The meeting discussed the importance of addressing misleading information and narratives, false news and leaks through digital platforms and various media outlets, which aim to offend and distort the positions of the GCC countries in defending themselves against this aggression and threats targeting their security and stability. Officials also addressed formulating and broadcasting media content in multiple languages ​​that includes awareness and reassurance messages to citizens and residents in the GCC countries. The material will highlight the stability of the situation and the readiness of vital sectors and basic services and enhance confidence in the information and data issued by the official authorities in the GCC countries.

Government

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received Monday a phone call from Prime Minister of CanadaHE Dr. Mark Carney. During the conversation, HE the Prime Minister voiced Canada's condemnation of the continued blatant Iranian aggression against the State of Qatar and the countries of the region, describing it as a violation of their sovereignty and a threat to their security and stability. HE the Prime Minister also commended the efficiency of the State of Qatar's management of the crisis and the measures it has taken to maintain the security and stability of the country. In this regard, he praised the efforts made by the concerned authorities in dealing with the situation developments. In turn, HH the Amir reassured HE the Prime Minister about the situation of Canadian residents in the State of Qatar, stressing that they enjoy full care and attention, just like everyone else living in Qatar. The call discussed the latest developments in the region, with both sides stressing the importance of de-escalation and intensifying regional and international efforts to contain the crisis, and prioritizing dialogue and diplomatic channels to enhance regional and international security and stability.

Government

Doha, Qatar: The relevant authorities at the Ministry of Interior announced that they have arrested five individuals for violating the Ministry of Interior's directive concerning the prohibition of the use or operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in various regions of the country under the prevailing conditions. The MoI statement added that they have been referred to the competent authorities in line with the established procedures in this matter. MoI reiterated that the decision to ban the use, operation, or launch of drones of any type, size, or technology throughout all regions of the country is meant to enhance public safety and safeguard the community, and that the decision is applicable to citizens, residents, visitors, as well as governmental and semi-governmental bodies, companies, and institutions, until further notice. The Ministry further emphasized that any use, attempt to operate, or facilitation of the operation of these drones represents a clear violation that necessitates legal accountability, affirming that it will not hesitate to take the necessary legal actions against anyone who violates this decision.