Trump and Qatar’s Emir Discuss Tensions Between the United States and Iran

Donald Trump and Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, spoke Friday about diplomatic efforts to prevent renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran, according to Doha. The emir stressed the need to continue dialogue and use diplomacy to resolve disputes and prevent further escalation. Qatar-led diplomatic efforts have intensified following Israeli-American threats and calls this week between Iran’s foreign minister and his Gulf counterparts. Trump acknowledged that tensions, which drove up oil prices, had contributed to the Republicans’ midterm election losses.