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Diplomatic communication involves official exchanges between countries, often through foreign ministries or ambassadors. In this story, Qatar's attempts to contact Iran about the deceased aviator and invite them to examine the operation are examples of this. It's crucial for resolving international incidents and maintaining peaceful relations, even when tensions are high.
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