Qatar Reports Progress in US-Iran Talks on Ending War and Reopening Hormuz

In early August 2026, Qatar said that mediation efforts between the United States and Iran were continuing, with progress toward a short-term deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed progress in talks involving Iran and Oman, while a Trump aide suggested a deal to reopen the strait could come "today or tomorrow." No direct US-Iran talks are planned, according to Qatari officials, who said the whole region is working on a resolution.