Kazakhstan is concerned about the escalating situation in the Middle
East. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent personal messages to the leaders of
the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and to the King of Jordan,
presidential advisor and press secretary Aibek Smadiyarov reported. The Head of
State expressed sincere support and solidarity with the peoples of these
countries and strongly condemned all military actions aimed at undermining the
sovereignty and security of states that are friendly and brotherly to
Kazakhstan. President Tokayev emphasized that our country consistently
advocates resolving all complex international issues and armed conflicts solely
through diplomatic means and stated that Kazakhstan is ready to provide any
possible assistance to the brotherly Arab countries. He also discussed the
situation in the Middle East during a telephone call with the Amir of the State
of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who thanked Kazakhstan for its
unwavering support and reaffirmed his country’s commitment to further
strengthening bilateral relations. In a telephone conversation with UAE President
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Kazakh President conveyed his support
and solidarity to the people of the UAE. He expressed regret over the damage to
civilian infrastructure during the military attack on the UAE and emphasized
that Kazakhstan stands ready to provide assistance, should the need arise. In
turn, the UAE President expressed appreciation for Kazakhstan’s support.
The Head of State also held a telephone conversation with the King of Bahrain, expressing his support for the country’s people and voicing concern over missile attacks on civilian infrastructure. Tokayev emphasized that Kazakhstan advocates for de-escalation and a peaceful resolution of the conflict through diplomatic means. In turn, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa thanked him for the support and reaffirmed his readiness to further develop cooperation with Kazakhstan.
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