Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed diplomatic efforts at de-escalation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a phone call. Sheikh Tamim affirmed Qatar’s support for diplomatic efforts towards a solution that ensures freedom of maritime navigation in the region’s waterways and paves the way for a comprehensive agreement to end the Iran war. The pair also reviewed the partnership between their respective countries and joint coordination efforts to reduce escalation and promote stability in the region.