Riyadh, October 29 (QNA) - The General Secretariat of the of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) denounced the statements of German Interior Minister regarding Qatar's hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

In a statement, GCC Secretary-General Dr. Nayef Falah Mubarak Al Hajraf affirmed the GCC countries' supportive position to the State of Qatar in confronting any interference in its internal affairs by publishing allegations that do not serve the establishment of normal relations between the two countries, as they constitute a violation of diplomatic norms and traditions and international laws.

The GCC Secretary-General said that the State of Qatar continues to achieve accomplishments, adding that Qatar's hosting of the 2022 World Cup constitutes a well-deserved source of pride and honor. He also praised the pioneering role of Qatar in building civilized communication and promoting understanding between peoples in a framework of mutual respect. (QNA)