World News Today Live Updates: Trump to meet Qatar PM as Doha pushes new proposals in US-Iran talks

On Monday, US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Qatar's Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in the Oval Office. Doha is making significant strides in diplomatic efforts to advance negotiations between Washington and Tehran, according to the Associated Press. Qatar is proposing new measures to ease tensions and seek a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.

Republican Senator Marco Rubio defended President Trump's decision to launch a war against Iran, arguing that it was necessary to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Despite the move not being popular, Rubio stated that it was crucial for the security of the country. He made these remarks in Florida before attending a Group of 7 foreign ministers meeting in Paris.

In an interview with 60 Minutes, President Trump attributed Republicans' poor performance in the recent midterm elections to negative views of Israel among American voters. He claimed that reasons beyond Trump's absence from the ballot, such as unfavorable opinions of the war and rising gasoline prices, contributed to the party's loss. Trump also expressed strong disapproval of Israel without providing further details.