Doha: The Peninsula newspaper has spotlighted letters from the State of Qatar addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the Permanent Representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the UN, Zenon Mukongo Ngay. These letters concern the recent Iranian attacks on Qatari territory, which Qatar views as a blatant violation of its sovereignty, posing serious threats to both national and regional security.
According to Qatar News Agency, the letters emphasize Qatar's condemnation of these Iranian actions, describing them as a dangerous escalation that threatens regional and international stability. Qatar asserts its right to respond under Article 51 of the UN Charter and the principles of self-defense under international law. The government has stressed its commitment to taking all necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty and the safety of its residents.
Meanwhile, Al-Raya newspaper has addressed the broader challenges facing the Arabian Gulf region, emphasizing the need for a unified Gulf vision that transcends individual interests. The newspaper argues that enhanced Gulf cooperation is not just a political option but a strategic necessity to ensure regional security, stability, and development. It highlights that coordinated efforts in security, intelligence, and military domains are vital for preparedness against regional threats, while economic collaboration is crucial for infrastructure development and income diversification.
Al-Raya further suggests that joint efforts in energy, food, and water security, as well as innovation and digital transformation, are critical for enhancing regional competitiveness and generating opportunities for youth. The editorial concludes by underscoring the importance of policy integration and expertise exchange among GCC states to accelerate progress and effectively confront shared challenges.
On a different note, Al-Arab newspaper has focused on the participation of Qatar's Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) in securing the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. This deployment is seen as a testament to Qatar's security expertise and Lekhwiya's esteemed reputation in managing major global sporting events.
The editorial mentions that Lekhwiya's involvement in the 2026 World Cup reflects its growing role in international sports security, necessitated by the event's scale with a record number of participating teams and host countries. The force has gained significant recognition for its specialized skills in crowd management and operational coordination, honed through experiences like the successful organization of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Al-Arab concludes by stating that the security achievements during the 2022 World Cup have set a new international standard for securing major sporting events, offering a model for global security institutions to follow.