Tunis:The Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, has declared the Palestinian cause as a foremost priority for the state, emphasizing that the events occurring in the Gaza Strip represent a genocide that requires accountability for those responsible.

According to Qatar News Agency, during his speech at the opening of the Shura Council's second ordinary session of the second legislative term, which coincides with the Council's 55th annual session, His Highness highlighted the dangers posed by Israel's ongoing aggressive actions against Palestinians. This includes recent attacks by settlers in the West Bank under the protection of the Israeli army, repeated raids on the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and numerous violations of international law, the UN Charter, and international humanitarian law.