Daily brief
Pakistan ramps up shuttle diplomacy with PM in Saudi Arabia, CDF in Tehran, as regional mediation gathers pace for US–Iran talks. Pakistan PM Sharif visits Doha and meets Qatar emir, while Pakistan briefs Saudi Arabia on mediation and secures fresh financial support. Qatar warns of economic fallout if Iran war closes Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf states plan to reintroduce a UN resolution on Hormuz after Security Council deadlock.
Saudi Arabia welcomes Trump's ceasefire announcement for Lebanon.
Oman to strengthen energy and defense cooperation.
Qatar hosts talks aimed at putting Iran peace process back on track.
US Central Command chief concludes second Middle East visit.