Malaysian Minister to Seek Solutions to Qatari Crisis During Trip to Arab States

Special Functions Minister Hishammuddin Hussein said Thursday that he will try to find solutions to diplomatic row around Doha during his visit to the Arab states, which is scheduled to take place next week.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) — "We need to show to the Arab countries that Malaysia and the region are concerned about the crisis. I hope to find out the true situation and get an update from leaders of the countries. If Malaysia is to play any role, we need to know why is there a crisis with Qatar," Hussein was quoted as saying by The Star Online media outlet.

The minister is reportedly expected to meet with the leadership of Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

In June, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates broke off diplomatic relations and communication with Qatar, accusing it of supporting terrorism and interfering in their internal affairs. Kuwait acting as a mediator in the crisis, handed over to Doha the ultimatum of the four Arab states with 13 demands, including the request to shut down Al Jazeera TV channel. Qatar refused to comply with the demands.