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Trump holds phone call with war mediator Qatar Emir

US President Donald Trump on Friday called Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to discuss efforts to end the US-Iran war, amid a diplomatic push to avoid a new round of conflict.

Trump holds phone call with war mediator Qatar Emir

On Friday, US President Donald Trump engaged in a telephone conversation with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The primary focus of their discussion was the ongoing US-Iran conflict and the pursuit of diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions in the region. This phone call is part of a series of high-profile diplomatic exchanges between Trump and various Gulf Arab leaders, as concerns grow about potential military strikes by the US despite the party's recent electoral setbacks.

In the call, Sheikh Tamim highlighted the significance of persistent dialogue and the utilization of diplomatic channels to resolve disputes and avert further escalation. The Emir underscored the need for continued interaction and reliance on diplomatic means to prevent further destabilization in the volatile Middle East.

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