US-Iran Qatar talks show progress, Trump says, as both sides set up hotline
Summary
President Donald Trump said indirect talks with Iran in Qatar are making progress toward ending conflict and controlling Iran’s nuclear program. Iran confirmed the talks ended with an agreement to set up a communication channel to report any violations of their ceasefire deal.Key Facts
- The talks between the U.S. and Iran took place indirectly in Qatar and showed positive progress.
- Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister said both sides agreed to create a hotline by Thursday to report any breaches of their agreement.
- The agreement includes a 60-day ceasefire and plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
- The talks aim to achieve a final deal on the Middle East war and Iran’s nuclear activities.
- Iran denied claims that the talks were direct negotiations with the U.S.
- Discussions also focused on the release and use of $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
- U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff met with Qatar’s leaders but did not join the technical talks.
- Despite the ceasefire, recent attacks and military responses show challenges remain in maintaining peace.
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