MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The ambassador said Russia expresses its support to Qatar and hopes that the countries involved in the diplomatic row "will continue the policy of overcoming their differences."
Kholov noted that Doha saw Russia as a reliable partner.
"Doha has started to view Russia as a reliable friend and partner both in the issues of bilateral and international cooperation… That is why, obviously, the Qatari side expects our assistance in the settlement of the Gulf crisis," Kholov said.
The Maldives, Mauritius, and Mauritania followed suite, while Jordan and Djibouti reduced the level of their diplomatic missions in Qatar. Senegal, Niger and Chad recalled their ambassadors.
Kuwait, acting as a mediator in the crisis, handed over 13 demands of the four Arab states, which Doha has refused to comply with.
