Qatar Mediates as Strait Tensions Rise | San Antonio News

U.S. envoys are in Qatar this week pushing for calm in the Persian Gulf, as Iran and the U.S. clash over shipping lanes in the vital Strait of Hormuz. With oil shipments disrupted and tensions rising, Qatar is stepping in as mediator — no direct talks yet, but indirect messaging is underway. Past diplomacy has failed, but this month’s fragile deal — reducing Iran’s uranium stockpile, lifting sanctions, and ensuring safe passage — gives a 60-day window to avoid full-blown conflict. Both sides are sending delegations, but the focus remains on de-escalation as strikes and threats continue to shake global energy markets. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/42b45c010817102a