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What is Qatar's role here?
Qatar is a small but influential country in the Middle East, often playing a mediating role in regional disputes. In this story, Qatar suggests that an Iran-Oman shipping agreement could pave the way for talks, highlighting its diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and find peaceful solutions between the US and Iran.
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