{
  "id": 19402127,
  "title": "Qatar pursuing deal",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/qatar-pursuing-deal",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-10T21:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/737950/qatar/qatar-pursuing-deal"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Qatar is actively pursuing diplomatic initiatives to bridge the divide between Washington and Tehran, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). Director of the MoFA's Media and Communication Department, Ibrahim bin Sultan al-Hashemi, detailed these efforts during the ministry's weekly media briefing in Doha. High-level engagements with US leadership and consultations with regional and international partners are part of Qatar's strategy to defuse tensions and foster lasting peace in the region.\n\nKey diplomatic meetings include a crucial discussion in Washington between Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani and US Vice-President JD Vance. This was followed by talks with US President Donald Trump at the White House. The discussions centered on regional developments, methods to advance US-Iran negotiations, and efforts to achieve an agreement for regional peace.\n\nPrime Minister al-Hashemi also mentioned that the Prime Minister has held telephone conversations with the foreign ministers of various countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Iran, Kuwait, Cyprus, Egypt, and Türkiye. Additionally, he engaged in telephone talks with Kaja Kallas, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission.\n\nQatar's diplomatic outreach extends beyond the Middle East region. The country has initiated bilateral political consultations with African nations, including Mozambique and Botswana. A round of political consultations with Mozambique took place in Maputo, while the first consultation with Botswana was held in Gaborone. These engagements aim to bolster regional stability and promote peaceful solutions.\n\nThe MoFA also highlighted Qatar's participation in the Paris Peace Forum 2026, where Dr Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser al-Misnad, the Minister of State for International Cooperation, is representing Qatar. Dr al-Misnad is set to deliver an opening address on food security as a global strategic issue and address a session on the impact of conflict on global development. She will also meet with officials participating in the forum.\n\nRegarding regional security, Qatar unequivocally condemns attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure. The country expressed deep concern over continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including an attack on Riyadh with ballistic missiles. Qatar described these attacks as a threat to civilian lives, a violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty, and a breach of international law. The MoFA reiterated these condemnations and emphasized Qatar's commitment to humanitarian assistance, particularly in Gaza. The Qatar Committee for the Reconstruction of Gaza has provided emergency assistance to displaced families in the Gaza Strip, covering over 19 displacement camps with relief operations that included draining accumulated rainwater, protecting temporary shelters, and distributing tents and essential supplies.",
  "summary": "Qatar is continuing a diplomatic drive to bring Washington and Tehran closer to a negotiated settlement, leveraging high-level engagements with the US leadership and sustained consultations with regio...",
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