Qatar and Iran Hold Urgent Call Amid Fears of US Strikes

Qatar’s Prime Minister spoke with Iran’s top security official in a high-level phone call on Wednesday. The discussion focused on rising tensions in the region. The call comes as multiple media outlets report the United States is planning military strikes inside Iran. The reported strikes would be a response to recent attacks on US bases in the Middle East. During the conversation, the two leaders reviewed "the latest regional developments." They stressed the "necessity of reducing escalation," according to an official statement. Iran’s security official warned that any action against Iran’s interests would receive a "swift and severe" response. Qatar’s Prime Minister reiterated his country’s focus on diplomatic solutions to regional conflicts. Qatar often acts as a mediator in the region. It has open channels with both Western powers and Iran. This position makes it a key player during crises.