Qatar says its mediation efforts between US and Iran continue to prevent escalation

Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani stated that mediation efforts between the United States and Iran remain active to prevent the regional situation from spiraling out of control. Speaking during an interview at Oxford University, Al Thani noted that for the past two weeks, Qatar has worked with colleagues in the US administration who possess genuine intentions to contain and de-escalate the situation.

He also credited some "wise voices in Tehran" for helping to prevent the situation from getting out of control.

Al Thani expressed confidence that a settlement could be reached, noting that significant progress has been made. He indicated that the willingness to find a solution remains even after the US midterm elections. While he noted that the current pace of diplomatic exchanges may not be as active as it was a few days ago, he emphasized that engagement has not stopped and will not stop.

Additionally, Middle East Eye reports that Qatar previously dismissed claims that US-Iran negotiations had failed, warning that such reports only benefit those seeking to prolong the war.

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