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Gulf region on edge as Qatar leads talks with Iran to stave off new U.S. attacks

Published November 1, 2026 5:19 pm • Updated November 1, 2026 5:19 pm •

Qatar has been leading intense mediation efforts over the past 72 hours to prevent a new round of possible U.S. attacks on Iran after Tuesday's midterm elections. The uncertainty has the entire Gulf region on edge.

Qatar has been leading intense mediation efforts over the past 72 hours to prevent a new round of possible U.S. attacks on Iran after Tuesday's midterm elections. The uncertainty has the entire Gulf region on edge.

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