Qatar's Emir calls Gaza war a ‘genocide’ in UN General Assembly address

Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, addresses the United Nations General Assembly, focusing on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and calling the situation a “genocide” and a “stain of shame” on humanity. The Emir calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the lifting of the blockade and the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. He also addresses conflicts and regional stability in Lebanon, Sudan and Yemen, while emphasising Qatar's commitment to mediation, dialogue and diplomacy. Sheikh Tamim also highlights Qatar's National Vision 2030 and upcoming international events, including the 2027 Basketball World Cup, before reaffirming the country's commitment to the UN Charter and peaceful coexistence. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #Qatar #SheikhTamim #UNGA2026 #Gaza #Palestine #UnitedNations