Event Brief
Saudi, Qatar signal diplomacy with Iran still possible
Filed: Jun 08, 2026 at 11:06 AM ET
Summary: Saudi and Qatar urged continued US-Iran mediation after Iran missile attacks on Israel.
WHO: Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud
WHAT: They signaled that diplomacy with Iran remains possible and discussed facilitating mediation between the United States and Iran.
WHEN: Jun 08, 2026 at 12:52 PM ET
WHERE: Qatar
WHY: Their call came hours after Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel and as the US pressed for hostilities to cease and negotiations to resume.
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