US-Iran Talks Continue In Qatar

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1. 31 Oct

   DUBAI/CAIRO, Oct 31 - Iranian negotiators held talks in Doha with Qatari mediators on Saturday to discuss paths out of war in the Gulf, a source told Reuters, as diplomats try to avert a new outbreak of fighting after the US midterm elections this week.

   2 outlets · The Straits Times
2. 1 Nov

   President Donald Trump has said the United States will not launch new attacks on Iran before the vote and that talks with Tehran have been productive, though he has not ruled out further military action thereafter.

   2 outlets · The Hindu

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• 1 Nov Iran and US explore diplomacy amid rising threats of warIran and the United States are engaging in mediated talks through Qatar to explore diplomatic options amid rising tensions that could lead to further military escalation. Following Qatari-mediated discussions over two days, Iran has indicated a willingness to reopen part of the Strait of Hormuz within two days, down from their initial proposal of seven days. However, both sides remain prepared for conflict; Iranian…Al Jazeera
• 1 Nov Iranian negotiators in Doha to continue talks to end the U.S.-Iran war, official saysOn Sunday, November 1, 2026, Iranian negotiators met for a third day of discussions in Doha, Qatar, aimed at resolving the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Qatari officials are mediating these talks which continue amid tensions over potential escalations post the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. President Donald Trump has stated that while current negotiations have been productive, further military action remains a…The Hindu
• 1 Nov US-Iran talks: UAE ‘braced for the worst’, hoping for diplomacyA senior official from the United Arab Emirates expressed hope for diplomatic progress between Iran and the US during indirect talks facilitated by Gulf countries in Qatar. However, Anwar Gargash, a diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, emphasized that the country remains prepared for potential negative outcomes amid threats of renewed conflict in the Middle East.South China Morning Post
• 1 Nov Mediators continue US-Iran negotiations amid war rhetoric: What we knowIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that Qatari mediators are working on a two-day plan to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and restart peace talks with the US. Talks include Iranian demands such as lifting US sanctions, reinstating oil waivers, reducing American military presence in the region, and ending conflicts involving Israel. Despite diplomatic efforts, both sides continue to…Al Jazeera
• 1 Nov What we know about latest efforts to end US war on IranThe foreign ministers of the United States and Iran have indicated that there is still potential for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict between their countries. Currently, an Iranian delegation is engaging in discussions with Qatari mediators in Doha, though these talks do not include direct negotiations with US officials. Despite this, Iran’s Supreme Leader has instructed the military to be ready for…Al Jazeera
• 1 Nov Iran war live: Araghchi says talks under way on 2-day plan to reopen HormuzIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Al Jazeera that talks are underway with Qatari mediators to implement a plan for reopening the Strait of Hormuz within two days, contingent on the United States meeting Iran's conditions. Security chief Mohsen Rezaei noted a shift in tone from a letter sent by US Vice President JD Vance, describing it as a "very positive sign.".Al Jazeera
• 31 Oct US, Iran race to revive Qatar talks as Trump weighs new strikes after midtermsUS and Iranian officials are nearing a new diplomatic agreement in Qatar aimed at averting further military conflict between the two countries. Talks, mediated by Qatari representatives over twelve hours on Friday, focused on Iran’s nuclear program and security along the Strait of Hormuz, with preliminary measures including financial incentives for Tehran. However, President Trump’s potential response to Iran after…New York Post
• 31 Oct Iran FM says US outreach a ‘positive step’ as delegation in Qatar for talksIran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Al Jazeera that a recent outreach from the United States is seen as a positive step but stressed there are currently no plans for direct meetings. He emphasized Iran’s conditions include lifting sanctions, reducing US forces in the region, restoring oil waivers, and releasing frozen funds. An Iranian delegation is in Qatar to continue consultations following Qatari…Al Jazeera
• 31 Oct Iranian envoys meet Qatari mediators as threat looms of US strikes after midtermsIranian envoys met Qatari mediators in Doha on Saturday for discussions aimed at preventing further conflict following the US midterm elections. These talks followed lengthy sessions held in Tehran the previous day, with Washington coordinating the negotiations behind the scenes. Meanwhile, tensions remain high as Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei issued a statement warning of immediate and impactful…The Straits Times
• 30 Oct Trump says Iran war will end "soon" as Qatar pushes for U.S.-Iran dealPresident Trump states that his conflict with Iran will end "soon" as Qatar works to facilitate a deal between the U.S. and Iran ahead of upcoming midterm elections. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata provides analysis on this development.CBS News

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