U.S. and Iranian negotiators conclude separate talks in Doha and agree to continue meetings after the funeral of Ali Khamenei.Steven Witkoff and Jared Kushner represent the United States while Kazem Gharibabadi speaks for Iran as mediators press for an interim maritime accord for the Strait of Hormuz.Core disagreements persist over
Iran’s demand to control vessel routes and charge fees; a recent grounding, attacks near Oman and a
US Navy MH-60S Sea Hawk emergency water landing with a missing crew member underscore risks to shipping.