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Iran-US Trust-Building Talks Continue via Qatari Mediation

Sep 30, 2026 02:27 AM CT Doha, Qatar diplomacy,iran-us-relations,qatar-mediation,trust-building

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi received US feedback on a proposed seven-day trust-building plan through Qatari mediators in Doha. The primary point of contention remains the sequencing of actions, indicating ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions between Washington and Tehran.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi received US feedback via Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday on a seven-day plan aimed β€Œat building trust between Washington and Tehran, with sequencing the main sticking point, an official, who was not Iranian butwas briefed on the talks, told Reuters.

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Iran NEUTRAL

Received US feedback on a seven-day trust-building plan via Qatari mediators.

United States NEUTRAL

Provided feedback on the trust-building plan, with sequencing identified as the main sticking point.

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