Qatar, UK discuss regional de-escalation as Doha presses US-Iran mediation

Qatari Prime Minister and UK Foreign Secretary discussed de-escalation in a phone call, as Doha continues mediating between the US and Iran.

• Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Ed Miliband discussed bilateral ties and latest regional developments in a Thursday phone call.
• Al Thani affirmed Qatar's support for diplomatic efforts to guarantee freedom of maritime navigation and reach a comprehensive peace agreement.
• Qatar's foreign ministry said Tuesday it continues mediation to defuse the crisis between the United States and Iran.
• Qatar, alongside Pakistan, leads mediation to end the Iran war that closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global shipping and oil supplies.