Middle East crisis live: Qatar says diplomatic efforts ‘ongoing’ as Iran insists it does not seek to expand war

Foreign ministry says efforts to reach resolution between the US and Iran were continuing despite conflicting statements from Trump and Tehran Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the Middle East. Qatar’s foreign ministry said efforts to reach a diplomatic solution between the US and Iran were “ongoing”, despite c

A general view of the Doha skyline, Qatar, on Jun 29, 2026. (File photo: Reuters/Bassam Masoud) 04 Aug 2026 07:49PM DOHA: Mediating nation Qatar said on Tuesday (Aug 4) that efforts for a diplomatic solution between the United States and Iran were ongoing but that there were no direct talks between the sides planned."W