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Iranians stand beneath an anti-US billboard depicting US President Donald Trump during a rally in Tehran's Enqelab Square on Nov. 4, 2026. (Credit: Atta Kenare / AFP)
Add as preferred on Google BEIRUT — U.S. President Donald Trump and Qatar’s emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, spoke Friday about efforts to prevent a resumption of hostilities between the United States and Iran, Doha said.Trump called the Qatari leader, and the two “discussed diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in the region,” the emir’s office said in a statement. Sheikh Tamim stressed “the importance of continuing dialogue and pursuing diplomatic channels to resolve disputes and prevent any further escalation,” it added.New Iranian nuclear proposalDiplomatic efforts have indeed intensified recently under Qatar’s mediation, following a series of Israeli and U.S. threats, while Iran’s foreign minister has stepped up calls with his Gulf counterparts this week. In Moscow, Mohsen Rezaei, who plays a leading role in indirect negotiations with... You have reached your article limit.Stay informed as events unfold across a region in flux.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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