Jakarta, ThedailyID — Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani met US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance in Washington, DC, on Monday, November 9, 2026.
The meeting focused on developments in negotiations between the United States and Iran.
“We discussed the situation in the region and ways to advance the US-Iran talks,” Al Thani said, according to Anadolu Agency.
He also expressed optimism about the discussions and efforts to reach an agreement.
“I am grateful for the positive discussions aimed at reaching an agreement and bringing peace to the region,” he added.
Trump also described the meeting as a positive development. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, he said negotiations were gaining momentum.
“We are seeing positive momentum toward ending this conflict, while always ensuring that the interests of the United States are protected,” Trump wrote.
He also said Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, and other countries preferred maintaining the status quo, which he described as the continuation of the US land and sea blockade.
“All agree that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons. This is non-negotiable!” Trump stated.
He added that Washington remained ready to respond if developments in the Middle East changed.
Conflict Between the US and Iran Continues
The United States and its close ally Israel launched major attacks against Iran in late February 2026. The strikes killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family.
The attacks have reportedly killed 3,468 people in Iran.
Tehran responded with strikes against Israel and US military bases across the Middle East. In March, Iran also closed the Strait of Hormuz as part of its efforts to pressure its adversaries.
Despite previous agreements on a ceasefire and a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war, fighting has continued.
Meanwhile, several countries acting as mediators and facilitators have continued diplomatic efforts. Their negotiations aim to end the conflict and establish lasting peace in the region.
