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Qatar says ‘no alternative to diplomacy’ as Belgium and Rwanda restore ties

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Qatar has welcomed the restoration of diplomatic ties between Belgium and Rwanda, citing its mediation efforts that began with talks in Doha in June 2025 amid tensions over the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Qatari officials reaffirmed that there is "no alternative to diplomacy" and said Doha will continue pushing for dialogue to end crises from Africa's Great Lakes region to the Gulf, including efforts to de-escalate tensions with Iran.

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