Times of India · DistrictNews · 2026-08-26
Qatar PM to visit Tehran as Iran-US tensions persist over Hormuz Strait
The latest visit comes as the conflict approaches its sixth month. Although major fighting has largely stopped, the two sides have yet to make progress towards a lasting diplomatic settlement. One of the biggest unresolved issues is the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow waterway between Iran and Oman through which a major share of the world's oil supplies normally passes. Qatar's prime minister is due to travel to Tehran on Thursday as Doha seeks to restart diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States, amid rising tensions over Washington's decision to increase economic pressure on Tehran. Qatar PM to visit Tehran as Iran-US tensions persist over Hormuz Strait
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