The Guardian
US-Iran indirect talks enter third day as Qatar seeks release of Iranian assets
Indirect US-Iran talks in Doha have reached a third day, with Gulf officials awaiting Washington’s response to an Iranian proposal. Qatar is seeking the release of more than $6 billion in Iranian assets, a step that could help reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme.
What to know
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Gulf officials are preparing for the worst while awaiting Washington’s response to Iran’s proposal.
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The Iranian proposal could allow the Strait of Hormuz to reopen before the US midterm elections.
Why it matters
The mediation effort matters because releasing Iranian assets could be linked to both reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming talks on Iran’s nuclear programme.
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