{
  "id": 10801876,
  "title": "Qatari mediators press peace deal between US, Iran",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/qatari-mediators-press-peace-deal-between-us-iran",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T23:07:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260930/qatari-mediators-press-peace-deal-between-us-iran"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Qatar has expressed optimism that diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States could result in a significant breakthrough, despite President Donald Trump's dismissal of media claims that he was open to easing sanctions and releasing frozen funds in exchange for Iranian concessions on nuclear issues. The Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Majed al-Ansari, conveyed to reporters that his country is actively engaging with both parties to identify common ground and facilitate a deal that would alleviate the consequences of the ongoing conflict. The United States and Iran have struggled to find a resolution to their eight-month-long war, with negotiations seemingly escalating during the recent United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York. However, no agreement has been reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Qatar has once again assumed the role of a potential peacemaker, following its previous involvement in the June memorandum of understanding that brought about a temporary ceasefire. U.S. and Iranian officials have separately met with Qatari mediators on Monday to discuss the matter.",
  "summary": "WASHINGTON/CAIRO — Qatar said on Tuesday it hopes that shuttle diplomacy between Iran and the UScan lead to a breakthrough despite U.S. President Donald Trump's denial of media reports that he was willing to ease sanctions and release frozen funds in exchange for Iranian concessions on its nuclear program. \"We are exchanging messages between the parties, and we're working towards establishing a…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Qatari mediators press peace deal between US, Iran",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/qatari-mediators-press-peace-deal-between-us-iran-10805564",
        "published": "2026-09-29T23:27:02.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}