Doha: Indirect talks between the United States and Iran in Qatar’s capital, Doha, have made “positive progress,” with both sides moving closer to a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), according to Qatar’s Foreign Ministry.
Qatar, which has been mediating between Washington and Tehran, said the latest round of negotiations was held in a constructive atmosphere and built upon understandings reached during previous discussions. Officials described the dialogue as productive, expressing optimism that the remaining differences could be resolved in future rounds.
The proposed 14-point framework reportedly addresses a range of issues, including regional security, maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz, de-escalation of tensions, confidence-building measures, and steps aimed at improving diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari said the discussions reflected the commitment of both sides to continue dialogue and pursue a diplomatic solution to long-standing disputes. He added that Qatar would remain actively involved in facilitating the negotiations.
The latest talks come amid renewed international efforts to reduce tensions in the Middle East, where instability has affected regional security and global energy markets. Analysts believe that meaningful progress in the US-Iran dialogue could contribute to greater stability across the region and improve prospects for broader diplomatic cooperation.
Although no final agreement has been announced, both delegations have agreed to continue negotiations. Qatar said the next round of talks is expected to take place after upcoming official engagements in Iran.
If the negotiations ultimately result in a formal agreement, it could mark a significant step toward easing years of hostility between Washington and Tehran while helping address several key security and economic concerns in the region.