Trump Announces Iran Requested Meeting in Doha Despite Tehran Denials

On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced via his social media platform Truth Social that Iran had requested a meeting, which is scheduled to take place the following day in Doha, Qatar. Trump stated, "Iran requested a meeting. It will take place tomorrow in Doha." The White House confirmed that Trump's special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will attend the meeting. White House spokeswoman Caroline Lewitt told Fox News that alongside technical talks, senior-level discussions are ongoing, emphasizing that "Trump wants the peace process to succeed."

However, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Arib Abadi denied that such talks had been approved. He noted that a planned negotiation round in Switzerland was canceled due to recent clashes in the Strait of Hormuz. Abadi added that consultations with Qatar continue as usual but refused to confirm reports from several media outlets about technical talks in Doha, stating that the first round of technical talks will proceed only when certain conditions are met.

This development highlights ongoing diplomatic efforts amid tensions in the region, with the U.S. signaling willingness to engage despite Iranian official denials. The meeting in Doha is set to be a significant step in the complex dialogue between the two countries.