Qatar relies on Russian assistance in solving the situation in the Strait of Hormuz Qatar strongly relies on Russia's help in solving the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and other crises in the region, said the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin. "We, Mr. President, trust you very much with regards to solving the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and other crises in the region.