Today, His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from His Excellency President Donald Trump, President of the friendly United States of America. During the call, the latest regional developments were reviewed, especially the efforts made to reduce the escalation between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and to bring their views closer, in a way that enhances the chances of reaching a sustainable diplomatic settlement of the crisis. His Excellency the American President praised the role played by the State of Qatar, under the leadership of His Highness the Emir, in supporting the efforts. Diplomacy and facilitating dialogue between the parties, in a way that contributes to enhancing security and stability in the region. For his part, His Highness the Emir stressed the importance of continuing dialogue and adopting diplomatic means to address controversial issues, and the need for all parties to adhere to what was agreed upon within the framework of the memorandum of understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and to support international initiatives aimed at containing tensions, in a way that contributes to consolidating peace and security at the regional and international levels. The two sides also discussed a number of issues of common interest, and stressed the importance of continuing coordination and consultation. In light of regional and international developments, in a way that serves the interests of the two friendly countries.