The Qatari Foreign Ministry confirmed its active role in relaying messages between Washington and Tehran in an effort to de-escalate Middle East tensions. Speaking at a press briefing in Doha, official spokesperson Dr. Majed Al Ansari reiterated Qatar's commitment to dialogue, warning against the targeting of vital infrastructure and advocating for long-term coexistence and open navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that global oil prices will drop sharply once the conflict with Iran concludes, pointing to recent increases in U.S.-escorted crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite rejecting Tehran's proposal to fully reopen the maritime transit corridor on Iranian terms, Washington expressed confidence that ongoing military pressure will compel Tehran to concede, securing long-term regional stability and lowering global energy costs.
• Iran says Hormuz will remain closed.
• Tehran demands an end to US oil sanctions.
• The June interim deal has collapsed.
• Iran signals a more offensive posture.
