01 August 2024
The Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza, Sigrid Kaag concluded a two- day visit to Qatar yesterday, where she met with Minister of State at the Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H.E Dr. Mohammed Al Khulaifi to discuss the urgent need and preparations for a ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian access and the release of all hostages. They expressed concerns over regional escalation, as well as planning for recovery and reconstruction of Gaza. Kaag expressed gratitude to the State of Qatar, including for its mediation efforts, as well as its support to the UN efforts in Gaza.
Kaag also met with the Egyptian Foreign Minister, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, where they expressed concerns about regional escalation. They discussed efforts based on the Security Council resolution 2720 to address the humanitarian situation in Gaza, including via the UN Mechanism for monitoring and verification. Kaag thanked Egypt for their support.
During her visit, Kaag also held meetings with, amongst others, the Palestinian and Turkish ambassadors, and gave an interview with Al Jazeera Arabic
Document Type: Press Release
Document Sources: Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza
Country: Qatar
Subject: Armed conflict, Ceasefire, Hostages, Human rights and international humanitarian law
Publication Date: 01/08/2024
URL source: https://reliefweb.int/report/occupied-palestinian-territory/senior-humanitarian-and-reconstruction-coordinator-gaza-concludes-visit-qatar