The Qatari Foreign Ministry said - in a statement - that the State of Qatar is closely following the rapid developments in the Afghan capital, Kabul, and calls for an immediate, comprehensive and permanent ceasefire in all Afghan territories.
The statement stressed the need to work urgently for a peaceful transfer of power that would pave the way for a comprehensive political settlement that would include all Afghan parties, and achieve security and stability in the country.
The State of Qatar stressed the need to ensure the safety of civilians in various Afghan regions.
The Foreign Ministry added that Qatar renews its commitment to continue working with the United Nations and international partners to bring lasting peace to Afghanistan, in a way that achieves the aspirations of its people for security, stability and development.
Mutlaq Al-Qahtani, the Qatari Foreign Minister's envoy to mediate disputes, called for a peaceful transfer of power there.
The Qatari envoy stressed that the State of Qatar will continue its role to achieve peace in Afghanistan, and Al-Qahtani explained that recognizing the steps taken by the Taliban is due to what each country decides.