NEW YORK – Somalia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Abukar Osman, has issued a strong statement condemning the aggression against the State of Qatar, emphasizing the critical role of mediators in fostering global peace. The statement, released by the Somali Mission to the UN in New York, follows a series of diplomatic actions by the Federal Government of Somalia to express its solidarity with Qatar.
Ambassador Osman spoke out against the targeting of a nation actively working to bring about peace. “Attacking those who are actively working to bring peace…undermines the very goals we all share,” he stated. He further emphasized that “targeting a mediator is an attack on peace itself”. The ambassador’s message highlights the crucial role that countries like Qatar play in de-escalating conflicts through diplomatic channels.
The statement calls for immediate restraint and a return to diplomacy as the primary means of resolving disputes. This position aligns with Somalia’s commitment to international law and the peaceful resolution of conflicts. The ambassador’s remarks serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting diplomatic processes to achieve lasting stability in the region.
The condemnation from the Somali diplomatic mission in New York reinforces the government’s consistent stance on international relations, which prioritizes mutual respect, non-aggression, and the collective pursuit of global security.
