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Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani met with Hamas leader Khalil Al Hayya in Doha as mediators continue efforts to advance the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire roadmap.
Qatar's Prime Minister, Jared Kushner, and a US envoy are pushing to salvage a US-Iran peace deal in high-stakes Doha meetings, with the US stating it's in a 'great position' even if talks fail. This comes as a South Korean cargo ship damaged in a May attack in the Strait of Hormuz, initially blamed on Iran, is set to depart the Gulf.
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed stated that a US-Iran hotline is essential to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and confirmed that the Gulf state will resume normal LNG production within weeks.
Qatar's Prime Minister discussed Iran-U.S. talks with an Iranian official as tensions between Iran and Israel escalated following missile exchanges, raising fears for a fragile truce.
Former President Trump stated that Iran's enriched uranium would either be destroyed or sent to the US, emphasizing that any deal with Iran would be comprehensive or nonexistent. This comes as Iranian envoys reportedly discuss a potential peace deal with Qatar's prime minister.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs held separate phone calls with officials from Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye to discuss bilateral ties, Pakistan-led US-Iran mediation efforts, and regional de-escalation.
US Senator Marco Rubio held meetings with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to discuss regional security and defense matters in the Middle East. The discussions took place as the US awaited a response from Iran on ongoing issues.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani held a phone call to discuss ongoing regional developments and potential US-Iran talks.
Qatar's Prime Minister reaffirmed the nation's unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. This statement was made during a meeting held in Antalya.
Cyprus Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos arrived in Doha for meetings with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, focusing on regional security and energy, a visit deemed significant given the current regional situation.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, along with Türkiye's Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call to exchange condolences following a helicopter crash and discuss the ongoing regional war.
Qatar's Prime Minister has condemned recent Iranian attacks on Qatar, labeling them a dangerous escalation in the ongoing regional tensions.
Mihai Popșoi, Moldova's Foreign Minister, held a phone conversation with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to discuss the complex security situation in the Middle East.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, met with UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband to discuss regional de-escalation efforts and bilateral cooperation.
Qatar and Washington have denied claims that Qatar's prime minister snubbed U.S. Senator JD Vance. This comes as Pakistan's role as a key mediator in ending the US-Iran conflict is highlighted.
Qatar's Prime Minister told Al Jazeera that reports of him snubbing the US vice president in a viral video were unfounded.
Tensions are escalating over the Strait of Hormuz, with Qatar's Prime Minister-Foreign Minister warning Iran against closing the vital waterway. Iran's deputy Foreign Minister asserts that Iran and Oman hold exclusive sovereign rights over the Strait, as ship traffic increases amidst intensifying regional conflict.
The United States and Iran are reportedly moving closer to a deal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, with Iran's top negotiator and Foreign Minister meeting Qatar's prime minister for talks on a possible agreement. This development suggests Iran could emerge as a significant beneficiary from the agreement.
Qatar's Prime Minister has met with Ethiopia's Minister for Political and Economic Diplomacy to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation.
Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdelrahman Al-Thani met with US Vice President JD Vance in Washington, demanding the revival of diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war and emphasizing the need for all parties to participate.
Iran's Foreign Minister and other high-ranking officials have engaged in separate phone calls with Japan's Foreign Minister Motegi and Qatar's Prime Minister/Foreign Minister. Discussions focused on regional developments, ongoing negotiations, and specific issues like the early passage of remaining vessels.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs inaugurated the Kanaf Parenting Center, aimed at supporting prospective parents, parents, caregivers, grandparents, and families facing special challenges.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs met with U.S. government officials in Washington to discuss defense ties, LNG supply stability, and global energy security. The meeting reviewed the 'close strategic cooperation' between Doha and Washington amid the ongoing Iran war.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs held discussions with the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, focusing on regional de-escalation efforts.
Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, emphasized the urgent need to rebuild trust between Middle Eastern states, following US and Israeli attacks on Iran since February 28.
Qatar's Prime Minister has emphasized the urgent need for an immediate halt to all escalatory actions, likely in reference to regional tensions.
Pakistan has earned international appreciation for its role in mediating between the US and Iran, helping them achieve a ceasefire and a memorandum of understanding. India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar also met with Qatar's Prime Minister, commending their mediation efforts in the same conflict.
Qatar's Prime Minister is in Oman to help pave the way for proposed Hormuz talks between Iran, Gulf states, and Iraq, with Pakistan suggested as the mediator for these discussions.
A video from the US-Iran discussions in Switzerland has sparked controversy after Qatar's Prime Minister was seen greeting Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif before acknowledging US Vice President JD Vance, leading to perceptions of a diplomatic slight.
Qatar's Prime Minister has called for international support for mediation efforts aimed at securing a lasting peace.
In a phone call with the Saudi Foreign Minister, Qatar's Prime Minister emphasized the critical importance of ongoing mediation efforts to address regional issues.
Qatar's Prime Minister reiterated the country's strong condemnation of a recent attack on the United Arab Emirates, expressing solidarity and concern over regional stability.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, is in Washington for discussions with US officials, including JD Vance, amid ongoing regional consultations.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of peaceful dialogue and not using the opening of sea lanes as a 'pressure tactic' during a phone call with Iran's Araghchi.
The Prime Minister of Qatar has received an official message from the Deputy Prime Minister of Malta, indicating diplomatic communication between the two nations.
Qatar's Prime Minister has met with the US Vice President and Treasury Secretary, engaging in high-level discussions as the US expects the Middle East war to conclude within weeks without ground troops.
Qatar's Prime Minister Al-Thani, joined by Turkey's Foreign Minister, condemned Iran's attack on the Ras Laffan facility as a 'dangerous escalation' and urged immediate de-escalation, with Bahrain's king also calling Qatar's Amir to express condemnation of the Iranian aggression against Ras Laffan Industrial City.
Qatar's Prime Minister and Egypt's Foreign Minister discussed regional de-escalation and a return to diplomacy as the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran entered its second week.