Trump and Qatar's emir discuss Iran, and other Mideast developments
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U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East during a call with Qatar’s emir. The conversation focused on international efforts to end tensions, with Qatar mediating between the United States and Iran. The Qatari emir emphasizes the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve disputes and ensure regional security. Meanwhile in Yemen, the Houthi-run health ministry says three Saudi airstrikes at a popular market killed at least 20 people Friday. However, authorities in the city blamed the Houthis and said there were no airstrikes. The Associated Press couldn’t immediately independently verify claims of responsibility.
Trump discusses Middle East de-escalation with Qatar’s emir, and other Mideast news
U.S. President Donald Trump discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East in a telephone call with Qatar’s emir, the Gulf state leader’s office said Friday, as the region remained on edge over the possibility of renewed U.S. military action against Iran.
Meanwhile, deadly Saudi airstrikes at a popular market in a city in neighboring Yemen killed at least 20 people Friday, the health ministry run by the country’s Houthi rebels said. Authorities in the government-controlled city blamed the Houthis for the attack, and said there were no airstrikes.
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