Indirect negotiations between Iran and the US are scheduled for June 30, 2026, in Doha, Qatar, with mediators present. The talks will focus on the implementation of a memorandum of understanding and an interim peace deal. Mediators have established communications channels to de-escalate incidents related to the US-Iran situation, which occurred following weekend strikes that threatened the accord. Qatar's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Majed bin Mohammed al-Ansari stated that a ceasefire is in effect and a memorandum of understanding has been signed, according to Tass. Qatar is working to prevent a return to war, and the Emir of Qatar visited Iran for mediation efforts, according to Atalayar.com.

Accounts differ regarding the specifics of the upcoming meetings. A source told Reuters that Iranian and US technical teams are expected to meet in Doha in the coming days. However, a senior Iranian official reported that these technical meetings were not confirmed, according to Al Monitor. Additionally, conflicting narratives have emerged regarding the nature of the diplomatic engagement. Al Arabiya reported that direct or indirect US-Iran talks are happening to release assets, while the Iranian Foreign Ministry denied that a meeting with the United States was planned in Qatar, according to the same outlet. Iran stated it would receive $3 billion of its frozen assets by the end of the week, according to Al Arabiya. Meanwhile, NPR reported that Iran did not confirm whether it will participate in the talks.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf was in Qatar for talks with the United States, according to Iranian sources. The situation exists amid tensions following weekend attacks, where the US and Iran traded attacks in the Gulf. Qatar's power as a mediator is weakening due to geopolitical changes that have affected the political and military dynamics of the region, according to Al Jazeera.