Russian President Vladimir Putin will discuss Ukraine and the Middle East with Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani At a meeting in Moscow, as the Kremlin said.

“There will certainly be an exchange of views between Putin and the Emir of Qatar on Ukrainian issues”Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. “There will also be an exchange of views on regional affairs.”

‘The area is full of chances for conflict. And Qatar plays a very large and important role in attempts to resolve many situations. “Peskov said.

Emir is expected to arrive in Moscow today and meet Putin tomorrow, Thursday.

Qatar has made many attempts to mediated between Russia and Ukraine and has helped organize the refund from both countries, separated by their parents during the war.

“We highly appreciate the potential and the current level of our commercial and economic cooperation” With Qatar, Peskov said. “And, of course, our secret dialogue on many issues, including the most sensitive.”