Amir congratulates Chad’s president
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and His Highness the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al-Thani sent yesterday cables of congratulations to President of Chad Idriss Deby Itno on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day. HE the Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al-Thani also sent a similar cable to Chad Prime Minister Albert Pahimi Padacke.
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Patrol vehicle blast in Jordan condemned
Qatar has strongly condemned the explosion that targeted a gendarmerie and public security joint patrol in Jordan’s Fuheis, killing one security personnel and injuring six others. In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s firm stance in rejecting violence and terrorism regardless of the motives and causes. The ministry affirmed Qatar’s solidarity with the Jordanian government and its support for any measures it takes to maintain security. It also expressed Qatar’s condolences to the families of victims as well as the government and people of Jordan, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.