Qatar has expressed its approval of recent decisions by the Netherlands and Belgium to prohibit the import of goods produced in Israeli settlements. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs described these actions as significant progress toward addressing the ongoing settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territories.
In a public statement, Qatar highlighted that these bans align with international efforts to deter the expansion of settlements, which are considered a breach of international law and United Nations Security Council Resolution 2334. The ministry emphasized the importance of such measures in upholding international legal standards.
Furthermore, Qatar has expressed optimism that other nations will follow suit by implementing similar restrictions. The country called on the global community to meet its legal and ethical obligations by pressing Israel to cease its settlement activities in the occupied territories, underscoring the need for collective action.
Reaffirming its enduring commitment to the Palestinian cause, Qatar reiterated its support for a two-state solution. This solution is envisioned on the basis of the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem designated as the capital of a prospective independent Palestinian state. The nation emphasized the necessity of these parameters for achieving a lasting peace.