United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio and White House envoy Steve Witkoff met with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Miami as diplomatic efforts intensify to reach a memorandum aimed at ending the war involving Iran. The meeting comes as mediators push for progress while Washington awaits Tehran’s response.

Tensions remain high after Tehran warned that any United States strike on Iranian tankers would lead to attacks on American military bases and what it described as enemy ships across the region. The threat underscores the fragile security environment as negotiations continue.

Qatar has taken on a key mediating role, seeking to bridge gaps between the parties and prevent further escalation. Officials hope ongoing talks can produce an agreement that reduces the risk of a broader regional conflict.