Qatar and Türkiye have expressed support for ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions between the United States and Iran. The backing comes amid renewed regional initiatives to promote dialogue and prevent further escalation. The development strengthens mediation efforts and affects broader stability in the Middle East. The endorsement followed a phone call between Qatari […]
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Saudi Arabia backs Iran US extension move
Saudi Arabia welcomed the United States decision to give Iran more time for reaching a nuclear agreement. Saudi officials called the move a positive step for regional stability. Moreover, they said it supports ongoing diplomatic efforts. The statement highlighted hopes for reduced tensions in the region. Officials stressed the importance of continued negotiations. Saudi Foreign […]
Dar, Iranian FM discuss regional tensions
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi to discuss regional developments and ongoing Washington-Tehran negotiations. Both leaders stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to maintain regional stability. The call came amid rising international focus on efforts to end tensions in the Middle […]
Dar, Abdelatty stress diplomacy for stability
Pakistan and Egypt have reiterated their support for dialogue and diplomacy as the primary tools for ensuring regional stability amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The development is important as both countries seek to promote de-escalation and coordinated diplomatic engagement in a volatile geopolitical environment. It also reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen multilateral cooperation […]
Israel says Lebanon talks show few disputes
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has said there are no major disputes with Lebanon ahead of a second round of talks scheduled in Washington. His remarks come as both sides prepare to continue rare diplomatic engagement following decades of strained relations. Saar said remaining differences are minor and mainly related to border demarcation issues. He […]
Qatar backs Iran-US talks, Pakistan’s role
Qatar said Tuesday that it supports ongoing Iran–US negotiations and broader diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions. The statement highlights growing international backing for dialogue amid concerns over instability in the region. The remarks also underline Qatar’s active diplomatic engagement. Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said Qatar and the wider international community support […]
Erdogan urges extension of Iran ceasefire
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Türkiye is working to extend the Iran–US ceasefire and support ongoing diplomatic talks. He said Ankara is engaging with key regional and global actors to reduce tensions and maintain dialogue. The comments came amid continued instability in the Middle East. Erdogan said Türkiye has been in […]
Turkiye flags concerns over Hormuz rules
Turkiye has expressed concerns over proposed new rules for the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing Iran–United States negotiations. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the idea of new transit regulations raises serious challenges. His remarks come amid stalled talks between Tehran and Washington. The issue remains sensitive for global energy and trade routes. Fidan warned that […]
Oman FM blames Israel for US-Iran war
Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi criticized the United States war on Iran, blaming Israel for escalating the conflict. Writing in The Economist, Albusaidi called the war a “catastrophe” and said the US administration “lost control of its own foreign policy,” warning of long-term regional consequences. Albusaidi, who mediated talks between Washington and Tehran, said the […]