Qatar

Qatar remains a key mediator in global conflicts, leading 2026 efforts to advance the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire while pushing Iran‑US dialogue. Doha also brokers talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan and joins peace negotiations in Colombia. Its neutral stance and broad diplomatic networks keep it central in resolving complex crises.

US offers up to $20 million for information on Iran's nuclear program

The State Department's Rewards for Justice scheme also promises possible relocation, as Washington weighs Qatari proposals and renewed strikes

By Layla Hassan

/ 7 Nov 2026

US offers up to $20 million for information on Iran's nuclear program

Developing US officials describe preparations for possible renewed Iran operations as Qatar circulates a draft deal

Two tracks are running on the same clock after the midterms, and the reporting does not show which one Trump will choose

By Layla Hassan

/ 5 Nov 2026

US officials describe preparations for possible renewed Iran operations as Qatar circulates a draft deal

Developing Iranian forces claim new tanker fires in Hormuz as UKMTO reports separate strike off Qatar

No vessel has been named or independently confirmed. UKMTO reports a separate projectile strike in the Persian Gulf

By Alex Thompson

/ 5 Nov 2026

Iranian forces claim new tanker fires in Hormuz as UKMTO reports separate strike off Qatar

US carries out strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island amid mediated talks

Trump confirms a strike on an Iranian anti-aircraft facility on the eve of the US midterms, while Qatari and Pakistani mediators carry messages between Washington and Tehran

By Layla Hassan

/ 3 Nov 2026

US carries out strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island amid mediated talks

Khamenei orders Iran's forces to prepare response to any threat

Khamenei ordered forces to respond immediately to any threat, with no geographic limits. AFP reported he also told commanders to update the target list for US and Israeli assets. Iranian negotiators were expected to meet Qatari mediators in Doha.

By Layla Hassan

/ 31 Oct 2026

Khamenei orders Iran's forces to prepare response to any threat

Gulf states told to prepare for post-election US campaign on Iran, WSJ reports

Gulf officials now point to 4 November as a possible start, but most readiness measures serve several purposes and no order has been confirmed

By Layla Hassan

/ 28 Oct 2026

Gulf states told to prepare for post-election US campaign on Iran, WSJ reports

US-Russia talks to end Ukraine war now include $20 billion Lukoil sale, NYT reports

The New York Times, citing eight anonymous sources, reports that a proposed sale of Lukoil's foreign assets has become part of US-Russia talks on ending the war in Ukraine.

By Elena Kowalski

/ 3 Oct 2026

US-Russia talks to end Ukraine war now include $20 billion Lukoil sale, NYT reports

Iran says it has received a US response to its ceasefire proposal

Iranian officials say Tehran is reviewing a US counterproposal to its ceasefire offer, days after President Trump said the proposal would not be acceptable.

By Featured News Desk

/ 1 Oct 2026

Iran says it has received a US response to its ceasefire proposal

Trump rejects Iran's seven-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Trump called Iran's seven-day plan to reopen Hormuz unacceptable on camera, even as Tehran says it awaits a formal reply, leaving open whether the offer is dead or delayed until after the midterms.

By Layla Hassan

/ 26 Sep 2026

Trump rejects Iran's seven-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Cairo talks yield disarmament framework, no timeline

Trump declares "historic" deal as Hamas and Israel dispute its central term

By Layla Hassan

/ 31 Jul 2026

Cairo talks yield disarmament framework, no timeline

Kuwait struck by second Iranian attack on power and desalination plant in 24 hours

What was hit, and where

By Layla Hassan

/ 18 Jul 2026

Kuwait struck by second Iranian attack on power and desalination plant in 24 hours

US strikes hit Iranian bridges, port and rail lines

Seventh night of bombing widens target list beyond military sites, as Iran expands retaliation across four countries

By Featured News Desk

/ 18 Jul 2026

US strikes hit Iranian bridges, port and rail lines