WANA (Aug 27) – Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss efforts to reduce tensions and create the conditions for dialogue among the parties involved.

 

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said the meeting focused on diplomatic efforts to ease tensions and pave the way for talks. The two sides also discussed a proposed phased framework for establishing a temporary joint shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.

 

According to Doha, Qatar’s foreign minister also stressed the need to respect the sovereignty of neighboring countries and safeguard freedom of navigation.

 

The talks come as Qatar seeks to use its diplomatic channels to help de-escalate tensions and facilitate dialogue over regional security and maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.