In an official statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Somalia described the attack as a “heinous act of aggression” and expressed its deep concern over the escalation.

Iran launched a volley of missiles—estimated between 6 and 19—in retaliation for recent U.S. airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, targeting the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar on Monday night.

According to Qatari authorities, the country’s air defense systems successfully intercepted the majority of the missiles, with only one reportedly hitting a non-sensitive area of the base.

No casualties or significant damage were reported.

Somalia reaffirmed its unwavering support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Qatar, which it referred to as a “sisterly state.”

The statement stressed the importance of upholding international law, particularly those provisions related to the protection of civilians and the assurance of regional security.

Qatar has been supporter of Somalia and has been closely connected to various politicians in the country.

“The Federal Republic of Somalia condemns and denounces, in the strongest terms, the heinous act of aggression launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the sisterly State of Qatar,” the statement read, highlighting the need for adherence to international norms and stability in the Gulf region.

Somalia also expressed full support for Qatar’s right to take necessary measures to safeguard its security and protect the well-being of its people and resources.

This development comes amid rising tensions in the Gulf, following a series of retaliatory actions and threats between Iran and the United States.

The Federal Republic of #Somalia condemns and denounces, in the strongest terms, the heinous act of aggression launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the sisterly State of #Qatar, stressing the need to adhere to the principles and provisions of international law. pic.twitter.com/DuaGdPMRzZ

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇸🇴 (@MOFASomalia) June 23, 2025

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This comes in the wake of renewed violence that erupted in eastern Congo in January, heightening fears of a wider regional conflict.

The agreement has raised hopes for a de-escalation of the crisis.

Each party released its own statement after their respective delegations departed Qatar earlier this week, following more than a week of discussions.

“Both sides affirm their commitment to an immediate cessation of hostilities, reject all forms of hate speech and threats, and call on their communities to uphold these commitments,” the statements read.

According to a joint communiqué, the talks were described as transparent and constructive, though it remains unclear when the next round of negotiations will take place.

The M23 group has seized two major towns in eastern Congo, and the resulting violence has led to the deaths of thousands.

These Qatar-mediated peace efforts follow a high-level meeting last month between Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame, which was also facilitated by the Gulf nation.

The two leaders called for a ceasefire after their talks.

This latest dialogue appears to be laying the groundwork for direct negotiations between the Congolese government and M23—a group that Kinshasa has long refused to recognize as a legitimate negotiating party, labeling it a terrorist organization.

Rwanda, for its part, has consistently denied supporting the M23 rebels.

Why Is There a Conflict in Congo?

The conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is deeply rooted in regional instability, historical grievances, and competition over natural resources.

The M23 rebel group, composed largely of Tutsi fighters, emerged from the remnants of a previous rebel movement and claims to defend the rights of Congolese Tutsis.

However, the group has been accused of war crimes, including massacres and forced displacement of civilians.

The DRC has long accused neighboring Rwanda of backing M23 as a proxy to exert influence over mineral-rich regions in eastern Congo—a claim Rwanda has repeatedly denied.

The area is home to vast deposits of gold, coltan, and other valuable resources, fueling both internal and external power struggles.

Decades of conflict, weak governance, and a lack of trust between regional powers have made peace elusive.

Now some regional observers say the involvement of international actors like Qatar now brings cautious optimism that diplomacy could replace violence as the primary means of resolving disputes in the region.

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