Qatar says Iran-US talks continue under Doha mediation

Qatar has confirmed that talks and message exchanges between Iran and the United States are continuing under Doha’s mediation, as diplomatic efforts seek a workable solution to tensions between the two countries.

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said the ongoing communication is aimed at bringing the parties closer to an agreement that addresses their key concerns and creates a practical path forward.

Speaking at a press conference, Ibrahim bin Sultan Al-Hashimi, director of the Information Department at Qatar’s Foreign Ministry, stressed that the concerns and interests of all parties would need to be taken into account for diplomacy to succeed.

The Qatari statement comes as regional efforts to ease tensions remain active, with Doha seeking to maintain its role as a channel between Washington and Tehran.

Al-Hashimi also expressed Qatar’s support for the Makkah Defence Agreement involving Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan.

Discussing the agreement, the Qatari official said the Makkah alliance could strengthen regional cooperation aimed at protecting the resources of participating countries and maintaining stability.

He added that Qatar supports measures taken by countries in the region to protect their security, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The comments underline Doha’s broader diplomatic approach, combining support for regional security initiatives with efforts to keep communication channels open between rival powers.

The continuation of Iran-US talks through Qatari mediation could prove significant as both sides face complex disagreements and competing security concerns. Qatar’s role gives Tehran and Washington an indirect channel for exchanging messages while avoiding immediate direct confrontation.

For now, details of the latest messages or the specific points under discussion have not been publicly disclosed. However, Qatar’s confirmation that communication remains active suggests that diplomatic efforts are continuing despite the difficult regional environment.