Qatar in talks with Iran to restart U.S. negotiations, source says
Qatari mediators are facilitating talks between the U.S. and Iran to prevent a resumption of hostilities following the U.S. midterm elections. While Iran has denied plans for direct meetings, tensions remain high as both sides prepare for potential military escalations.
Why it matters
The potential for renewed conflict between the U.S. and Iran poses significant risks to regional stability and global energy markets.
Qatari mediators have held talks with Iranian officials in an attempt to restart direct negotiations between Washington and Tehran, an official source familiar with the discussions told CNBC on Saturday.
Iran promised a "geographically unrestricted response" to any new attacks by the U.S.
Qatari mediators held more than 12 hours of talks in Tehran on Friday to reach a deal to avoid a possible resumption of American-led attacks on Iran after the U.S. midterm elections, the source said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Axios first reported the talks, which it said are set to continue in the Qatari capital, Doha, on Saturday.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said there are no plans to meet U.S. officials , adding that an Iranian delegation has headed to Qatar for talks with mediators, Qatari media outlet Al Jazeera reported.
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