The United States and Iran are continuing indirect technical talks in Qatar in an attempt to consolidate the fragile ceasefire reached last month. At the heart of the discussions is the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway for global hydrocarbon trade.
US Vice President JD Vance said the discussions were "going well." He clarified, however, that while the United States did not completely rule out a resumption of military operations, the president Donald Trump had asked his administration to prioritize the diplomatic route and reach an agreement rather than a return to fighting.
The negotiations are based on a 14-point interim agreement reached last month. This agreement aims to end the conflict triggered by US-Israeli strikes against Iran in February, to allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and to establish a 60-day period for negotiations towards a lasting peace agreement.
Despite this framework for discussion, tensions remain high. Washington and Tehran continue to offer divergent interpretations of the agreement's content, a disagreement that led to reciprocal military strikes over the past week. Negotiations are also stalled on several sensitive issues, particularly Iran's nuclear program.
According to sources cited by Reuters, Iran is also prioritizing the release of its frozen assets abroad. US envoys reportedly laid the groundwork ahead of the start of these talks in Qatar, while diplomatic efforts are also continuing in Lebanon aimed at preserving regional peace.
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