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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

US and Iran to Resume Negotiations in Qatar Following Recent Strikes

Jun 29, 2026 08:40 AM CT Doha, Qatar diplomacy,de-escalation,us-iran,qatar,negotiations

Summary

The United States and Iran are scheduled to hold negotiations in Qatar following a period of military strikes, with a US official confirming a temporary standstill. This development signals a potential de-escalation phase and a shift from kinetic conflict to diplomatic engagement, though Iran has not yet publicly confirmed participation.

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Both sides will “stand down for now,” a U.S. official said, as talks are set to continue in Qatar. Iran hasn’t publicly confirmed the meeting.

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United States NEUTRAL

Confirmed upcoming talks and a temporary standstill in hostilities.

Iran NEUTRAL

Has not publicly confirmed the meeting despite US assertions.

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