ISLAMABAD: Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Sunday has appreciated Pakistan’s gesture of releasing the Indian pilot and underscored the importance of immediate de-escalation.
Pakistan released Indian Wing Commander Abhinandan as a peace gesture after his jet was shot down by Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on violation of Pakistani airspace.
Foreign Office Spokesperson Dr Mohammad Faisal in a tweet said “Amir of Qatar and PM Khan spoke on phone. Amir appreciated Pakistan’s gesture of releasing the Indian POW and underscored the importance of immediate de-escalation”.
Amir of Qatar and PM Khan spoke on phone. Amir appreciated Pakistan’s gesture of releasing the Indian POW and underscored the importance of immediate de-escalation. He offered his facilitation in this regard @MofaQatar_EN
— Dr Mohammad Faisal (@DrMFaisal) March 3, 2019
He said Emir has offered his facilitation for de-escalation.
Both sides briefly discussed regional and international developments, especially differences between Pakistan and India, sources told.
