- BIST10010,760-3.63%
- USD49.86+0.15%
- EUR55.82+0.52%
- GOLD3,898.90-3.29%
- INTEREST36.00%-1.00
- BITCOIN77,365+0.21%
- October 31, 202615°
- BIST10010,760-3.63%
- USD49.86+0.15%
- EUR55.82+0.52%
- GOLD3,898.90-3.29%
- INTEREST36.00%-1.00
- BITCOIN77,365+0.21%
- October 31, 202615°
Qatari mediators return to Doha with Iranian team to resume talks
Qatari mediators returned to Doha with the Iranian negotiating team after more than 12 hours of talks in Tehran, amid reports of preliminary understandings that could pave the way for direct talks between Washington and Tehran.
Qatari mediators returned to Doha on Saturday with the Iranian negotiating team to resume talks aimed at reviving negotiations between the United States and Iran, Axios reported.
A Qatari delegation led by a senior adviser to Qatar's prime minister and foreign minister held talks lasting more than 12 hours with Iranian officials in Tehran on Friday. The talks aimed to relaunch direct negotiations and prevent a resumption of military operations.
Talk of a breakthrough
The New Arab, citing sources close to the Qatari and Pakistani mediation efforts, reported that the two sides had reached an understanding on preliminary steps related to Iran's nuclear program, navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and financial incentives for Tehran. It added that a U.S. delegation was expected to join the Iranian negotiators for direct talks in Doha, with China and Russia serving as guarantors of any agreement. Washington, Tehran and Doha have not officially confirmed this.
A diplomatic source said: “There has been positive progress. The talks are still ongoing in an effort to reach an agreement between the United States and Iran.”
Mutual conditions
According to a U.S. official who spoke to Axios, Washington wants nuclear concessions as part of the resumption of talks, while Tehran insists that the United States first lift its maritime blockade, release frozen funds and allow oil sales.
Pakistan is leading parallel mediation efforts. Pakistani Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Tehran twice this month, and Pakistani military spokesman Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said his country was “cautiously optimistic.”
Meanwhile, Iranian military spokesman Brigadier General Akrami Nia warned against any new U.S. “adventure” in the region, saying: “The fire of war will engulf a wider geographical area.”
Have a story, event or announcement of your own?Send us your news on WhatsApp
Spotted an error in this story?Report it on WhatsApp
Share on all social platforms
Sponsored Ads
Featured Listings
Loading featured properties...
Stay Updated with Hilal Times
Subscribe to be informed about special news, developments and announcements. We will keep you informed.
By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy
