DOHA: Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump to discuss the latest regional developments, particularly the ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions in the region.
Both sides, during the call, reviewed the strategic relations between the two countries and ways to support and strengthen them, Qatar News Agency (QNA) reported on Friday.
The two leaders discussed the initiatives by Qatar to bridge the gaps between the concerned parties and support the negotiation process, to pave the road for reaching a comprehensive agreement that resolves the crisis and ensures security and stability in the region.
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The Emir stressed the importance of continuing dialogue and embracing diplomacy as a means of resolving disputes; preventing further escalation in the region; and safeguarding freedom of maritime navigation and the security of energy supplies.
Qatar PM, reaffirms support for diplomacy in call with Iran FM
Earlier, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani discussed bilateral relations and regional developments in a phone call with Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi.
The two officials focused on cooperation between Qatar and Iran and explored ways to further strengthen ties, while exchanging views on diplomatic efforts and joint coordination to reduce tensions and restore security and stability in the region.
Sheikh Mohammed stressed the State of Qatar’s support for all initiatives seeking to secure the freedom of maritime navigation and streamline a comprehensive agreement that helps deliver lasting peace in the region.
Qatar has consistently called for dialogue and diplomatic solutions to regional disputes, emphasising the importance of coordinated international efforts to prevent further escalation.
Qatar remains hopeful of US-Iran deal
Qatar on Tuesday expressed optimism that a diplomatic agreement between the United States and Iran remains within reach, as both sides consider proposals put forward by mediators, including Doha, amid rising regional tensions and concerns over further escalation.
“Both parties remain committed to the negotiation process; as we mentioned, we are facilitating the real-time exchange of proposals between them,” foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari told reporters, while adding that both sides “are currently reviewing the ideas and proposals we have presented”.
“We remain hopeful that there is still a chance for a deal to take place,” he said, adding Doha was working “towards an interim deal”.
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Ball in US court
Iran’s parliament speaker and chief negotiator in talks with the United States, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said on Tuesday that the ball was in Washington’s court to “prevent war”.
“The countries of the region should know that, just as the Islamic Republic of Iran stands ready for battle with its finger on the trigger, it has also given the American side a powerful and rational response,” he said in a televised speech. “The ball is now in America’s court to prevent war.
Iran wants settlement as soon as possible: Trump
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran was seeking to reach a settlement as soon as possible, adding that an agreement between Washington and Tehran “could happen” as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict continued.
“Iran wants a settlement as soon as possible. It could happen,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.
Trump also said oil prices were “dropping like a rock” because markets believed there would not be a war with Iran.
US Vice President JD Vance also said Washington had made some progress in negotiations but had not set a deadline for Iran to reach an agreement before the United States resumed military strikes.
