Amir sends condolences to Kazakh president

By the Editorial Team · Sunday, September 27, 2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and other senior Qatari leaders expressed condolences to Kazakhstan's President and Prime Minister following the deaths of Kazakh military personnel during naval exercises in the Caspian Sea. These messages highlight Qatar's support and solidarity with Kazakhstan amid the tragic incident, despite limited details about the circumstances and casualties.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani extended condolences to Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev following the deaths of military personnel during naval exercises in the Caspian Sea. In a cable sent on September 26, the Amir expressed sympathy for the loss and wished a swift recovery for those injured in the incident.

In a similar gesture, His Highness the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al-Thani also conveyed condolences to President Tokayev. Additionally, the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani, sent a message of sympathy to Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.

The communications come after the tragic incident involving Kazakh naval forces, though details surrounding the circumstances and the number of casualties have not been specified. The messages emphasize Qatar’s support and solidarity with Kazakhstan during the difficult period.

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