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Qatar has appealed to Gulf states for coordinated efforts to implement the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, as regional tensions persist following months of military confrontations.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told ASEAN delegates in Manila that America remains prepared for diplomatic engagement with Iran, though he stressed Tehran must show serious intent in negotiations or face consequences.
Pakistan will host the next round of US-Iran talks on July 11, focusing on sanctions relief, unfrozen assets, and nuclear programme resolution. The timing follows the death of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
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Malaysia has endorsed the understanding between the United States and Iran to end hostilities, with PM Anwar Ibrahim cautioning that peace remains fragile and vulnerable. He emphasised urgent priorities including strict ceasefire compliance and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Qatar announced that indirect negotiations between American and Iranian delegations in Doha have achieved meaningful headway on matters stemming from the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, with talks set to resume after Iran's leadership transition.