Qatar, Iran discuss regional developments amid reports of possible US attack
Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani received a phone call from Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani during which they reviewed bilateral cooperation between the two countries and regional developments, Qatar's Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 11:55 | 13 January 2026
- Modified Date: 12:04 | 14 January 2026
Qatar and Iran held talks on Tuesday to discuss regional developments, amid ongoing protests in Tehran and reports of a possible US attack on the country.
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani received a phone call from Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani during which they reviewed bilateral cooperation between the two countries and regional developments, Qatar's Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Sheikh Mohammed reiterated Qatar's support for all efforts aimed at de-escalation and peaceful solutions, in a way that enhances regional security and stability, the ministry said.
Earlier on Tuesday, Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari said that intensive contacts were underway to bring Iran back to the negotiating table with the US over Tehran's nuclear program.
Tuesday's talks came amid reports of a possible US attack on Iran, where anti-government protests swept several cities since last month over the worsening economic conditions in the country.
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