Qatar Supports De-escalation Amid Iran Protests and US Pressure

Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has expressed support for de-escalation and peaceful solutions amid ongoing protests and unrest in Iran. This follows a phone call with Iranian security officials during a period marked by a deadly crackdown and heightened US threats, including additional tariffs on countries trading with Tehran. Iran accuses foreign governments of fueling the unrest, while Russia condemns US interference. Qatar's position reflects concerns over regional security and past tensions involving US forces near Doha.