Qatar's mediation efforts reunite more families amid Russia-Ukraine conflict
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that, as part of the new stage of the humanitarian mission, 11 children have been reunited with their relatives in Ukraine, and 3 children have returned to their relatives in Russia, bringing the total number of children reunited with their families since the commencement of Qatar's mediation efforts to 100 children.
In this context, H.E. Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi affirmed that the State of Qatar's ongoing efforts to reunite children with their families in Ukraine and Russia represent an extension of its approach to mediation and conflict resolution through peaceful means, in accordance with the principles of international law. He also emphasised that these efforts also reflect Qatar's steadfast commitment to humanitarian principles and international solidarity.
His Excellency also expressed the State of Qatar's appreciation to H.E. Commissioner for Children's Rights to the President of the Russian Federation Maria Lvova-Belova, and H.E. Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets, for their tireless efforts that contributed to the success of the endeavors aimed at reuniting separated families.
Qatar announces the success of a new stage of its mediation mission to reunite children with their families in Ukraine and Russia #MOFAQatar pic.twitter.com/UrIrQyJqAm
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) July 17, 2025
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