Doha is reportedly seeking to prevent escalation between Iran and the United States, Israeli Channel 15 reported on March 22, 2026. The Channel said Qatar has been urging de-escalation through quiet diplomacy. By contrast, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are said to be pressing Washington to continue its military engagement in the region, according to the same report circulated by Open Source Intel on X.
The report highlights a split among regional actors on how to respond to tensions with Iran and U.S. policy.
