Journal of Political Sciences & Public Affairs
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Abstract

Parvathy S

The 2017 Qatar Diplomatic Crisis began when several countries cut off diplomatic relations with Qatar. These countries included Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt. The severing of relations included withdrawing ambassadors and imposing trade and travel bans. The current crisis that has blown up in an unprecedented way reflects a new reality in inter-Arab relations. The Saudi-led coalition cited Qatar’s alleged support for terrorism as the main reason for their actions, insisting Qatar has violated a agreement with members of the Gulf Cooperation Council. Saudi Arabia and other countries have criticized Al Jazeera and Qatar's relations with Iran. Saudi Arabia's move was welcomed by United States president Donald Trump. A number of countries in the region, including Turkey, Russia and Iran, called for the crisis to be resolved through peaceful negotiations. The countries withdrawing diplomatic relations accuse Qatar of supporting terrorism, of interfering with their internal affairs and of maintaining relations with Iran. Qatar denies allegations that it supported terrorism, and pointed out that it has been contributing to the U.S.-led fight against ISIL.

Published Date: 2021-03-24; Received Date: 2021-03-03