Qatar says US-Iran mediation continues but no direct talks planned
Qatar says mediation efforts between the US and Iran are continuing, though no direct talks are currently planned. Tehran has denied President Trump's assertion that negotiations are already under way.
Qatar said on Tuesday that mediation efforts between the United States and Iran are continuing, though no direct talks between the two countries are currently planned. The statement comes amid conflicting diplomatic signals from both sides.
Tehran has formally denied President Trump's assertion that negotiations between the US and Iran are already under way. Iranian officials stressed that no direct contact has been established.
Qatar's mediator role continues to grow its regional diplomatic weight as the standoff drags on. Analysts say fresh signals could emerge in the coming days, with oil markets likely to keep reacting to each development.
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