Security situation in Qatar is stable; authorities closely monitor regional developments: Interior Minister

Doha:Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Civil Defense Council HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad...

Doha: Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Civil Defense Council HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani affirmed that the security situation in the State of Qatar is stable and that relevant authorities are closely monitoring regional developments within a comprehensive framework.

His Excellency emphasized that the situation is reassuring thanks to Allah, the protectors of the nation in Qatar's skies, and the vigilant eyes on its land, under the directives of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.

In an interview with Qatar TV, His Excellency stated that relevant authorities are monitoring the situation around the clock to ensure public safety and the continuity of daily life. He added that the state will not hesitate to take all necessary measures to maintain national stability.

Regarding the mechanism for coordinating efforts among the various state entities in these circumstances, HE the Minister attributed the country’s readiness to five years of continuous strategic planning for such contingencies. He underscored that Qatar is operating with a unified front, adding that no department is working in isolation.

His Excellency noted that the state had prepared for such contingencies through the first "Watan" exercise, which involved various national institutions. He highlighted that strategies and plans overseen by the Civil Defense Council were designed to unify the efforts of the military, security, and civilian sectors under a single framework to enhance readiness and standardize procedures for such a day. His Excellency emphasized that all agencies are operating with full dedication, with the Civil Defense Council coordinating efforts to ensure field operations align with approved plans and to prevent any overlap of responsibilities.