Iran's Interior Minister Momeni conveys president's message to Qatari Emir in Doha

Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni met with the Emir of Qatar in Doha on Tuesday, according to Mehr News Agency. Momeni said the meeting focused on bilateral issues and regional developments, and he described the discussions as "good and constructive."

Momeni stated that President Masoud Pezeshkian had asked him to raise several issues with the Qatari Emir. He said he conveyed the president's messages as well as other matters concerning relations between the two countries. Momeni characterized Iran-Qatar relations as "brotherly and constructive," adding that bilateral issues are being addressed and resolved through such meetings.

The interior minister said the Qatari Emir welcomed the points raised by Pezeshkian and conveyed several issues for Momeni to relay to the Iranian president. Momeni added that the Emir also shared views and proposals on regional developments, which he would convey to Pezeshkian in Tehran.

In a separate meeting with Qatar's interior minister, Momeni said the two sides agreed to establish a joint working group comprising representatives from both ministries to follow up on decisions reached during the talks. He noted there was scope for expanding Iran-Qatar cooperation in both security and trade, and that the necessary follow-up would be carried out.

The visit comes amid regional tensions, with the publisher's keywords including "war on Iran" and "mediation," suggesting Qatar's role in regional diplomacy. The report by Mehr News did not provide further details on the specific messages exchanged or the timeline for the joint working group's formation.