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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has indicated that restoring diplomatic channels with the United States remains feasible, following high-level talks in Tehran with Qatar's leadership focused on de-escalation efforts.
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has called on fellow Gulf states to coordinate efforts in implementing a US-Iran peace memorandum, emphasizing dialogue, regional stability, and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Qatar has categorically rejected Israeli media reports claiming it agreed to participate in military action against Iran, stating such allegations undermine its crucial mediation role and regional stability efforts.