Qatar Prime Minister to visit Tehran for de‑escalation talks

Doha – Qatar’s prime minister is set to hold talks with senior Iranian officials in an effort to ease escalating regional tensions, the Qatari foreign ministry announced on Tuesday. The meeting, scheduled for later this week in the Qatari capital, will bring together Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Iran’s foreign ministry representatives to explore diplomatic pathways that could reduce hostilities and prevent further destabilisation across the Middle East.

The talks come amid heightened strain between Tehran and several Gulf states, as well as ongoing confrontations involving Israel and the United States. Qatar, which maintains diplomatic ties with both Iran and its regional rivals, has positioned itself as a mediator in recent crises, facilitating dialogue on issues ranging from maritime security to humanitarian aid. Officials said the upcoming discussion will focus on confidence‑building measures, communication channels, and potential frameworks for conflict de‑escalation, with the aim of fostering a more stable security environment. Both sides expressed optimism that the engagement could lay groundwork for broader regional cooperation.