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Araghchi says Vance's letter 'positive step' toward opening dialogue between Iran, US

On the nuclear issue, Araghchi said Tehran is in the "second phase" of reviewing proposals from mediators, according to Al Jazeera.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attends a press conference alongside Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein (not pictured), in Baghdad, Iraq, June 28, 2026.
Illustrative; Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani meets with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni in Doha, Qatar, October 6, 2026.

Qatari mediators hold over 12 hours of talks aimed at renewing direct US-Iran negotiations

Yair Netanyahu, son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, arrives for a court hearing on his request for a restraining order against Haaretz journalist Uri Misgav at the Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court in Jerusalem, July 15, 2026.

PM's son Yair Netanyahu deems Israeli Arabs 'greatest danger' to Israel besides Iran

An illustration of the flags of Israel and Qatar.

Mossad joins Shin Bet probe into alleged Qatar election interference - report


Qatari PM: Netanyahu 'war criminal,' rejects claims that Doha funded Hamas military operations

Al Thani also alleged that the Israeli government had organized a campaign against Qatar intended to undermine its role as a mediator. The allegations were presented as his account in the interview.

Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani speaks prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026.

Hapag-Lloyd urges Israel to review improved offer for shipping services company ZIM

The Finance Ministry raised concerns about Hapag-Lloyd's shareholder structure, noting that Qatar held a 12.3% stake and Saudi Arabia a 10.2% stake in the German company.

Zim containers are stacked just outside Israel's port of Ashdod February 23, 2012

US, Iran expected to hold separate talks with mediators on Monday, Tuesday, official says

The talks are expected to focus on an amended version of a seven-day proposal Iran presented on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the official said.

Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani meets with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of 81st United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.

Trump: Indirect ceasefire talks between US, Iran to continue this week - report

During a phone call with Axios, US President Donald Trump also said that he is “always thinking about” renewing strikes against Iran.

US President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he departs the White House on the South Lawn in Washington, DC, US, September 26, 2026.

'UNAI': It is time to rename the UN to United Nations Against Israel - opinion

The UN struggles to unite on global crises, yet repeatedly finds common ground when it comes to condemning Israel.

 UNITED NATIONS headquarters in New York City.

Qatari Prime Minister accuses Netanyahu of sabotaging Gaza peace efforts for his own political gain

Al Thani also addressed Israel's "Qatargate" scandal, calling it “absurd” and saying that it would have been “the worst investment Qatar have ever done."

Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani speaks prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026.

Qatar criticizes Israel democracy, promotes own advancing social rights during UN General Assembly

On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, the event "Realizing Social Rights and Renewing Democracy: From Doha and Chisinau to a New Democratic Compact for Europe" was held on Tuesday.

Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad al Thani speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly at UN Headquarters on September 22, 2026 in New York City.

Bennett calls on Netanyahu to declare Qatar an enemy state, highlight Hamas support at UNGA

Bennet said Netanyahu’s UN address would provide an opportunity to highlight what he described as Qatar’s role in supporting Hamas and its military wing.

Former Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a plenum session as Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett speaks in the assembly hall of the Israeli parliament on May 16, 2022.

World leaders put Israel at center of UN General Assembly as criticism mounts

Among the most prominent critics were Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and French President Emmanuel Macron.

Belgium's Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot addresses the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.

Iran outlines conditions for ending war with US through Qatar, including end to sanctions

According to Baghaei, the conditions and negotiation process did not represent a new development, but had already been communicated to the US earlier this week. 

Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei holds a weekly press conference in Tehran on October 28, 2024.