Rubio meets Qatar PM to strengthen security coordination in Middle East

10/05/2026

WASHINGTON, May 10: Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The Secretary expressed appreciation for Qatar’s partnership on a range of issues. The Secretary and the Foreign Minister also discussed U.S. support for Qatar’s defense, and the importance of continued close coordination to deter threats and promote stability and security across the Middle East.