Doha, December 24 (QNA) - The State of Qatar welcomed the agreement to exchange prisoners and detainees in Yemen, signed in Muscat, Oman, considering it a significant step toward addressing humanitarian issues and strengthening security and stability efforts.

In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Qatar's full appreciation for the tireless efforts of the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in this context, in addition to the Office of the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Yemen and the International Committee of the Red Cross.

The Ministry reiterated Qatar's unwavering support for Yemen and its continued assistance to its fraternal people in achieving their aspirations for security, stability and development. (QNA)