US and Iran hold parallel talks in Qatar, agree to meet after Khamenei funeral

In Doha, separate diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran progressed, with both sides acknowledging gains in their discussions. The meetings, hosted by Qatar, were conducted under the auspices of the Qatari government, which confirmed that the parties had reached a tentative agreement on the timing of their next encounter.

The parties agreed that the next formal meeting would take place after the funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The decision reflects the sensitivity of the current political climate in Iran and the need to respect national mourning protocols before resuming high‑level negotiations. While the specific agenda for the future meeting remains undisclosed, the agreement signals a willingness to continue dialogue once the immediate period of national mourning has concluded.

The outcome underscores Qatar’s role as a neutral facilitator in Middle‑East diplomacy. By coordinating the logistics and timing of these talks, the host nation has helped keep the communication lines open between Washington and Tehran, setting the stage for further negotiations once the funeral proceedings are complete.