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A new round of US-Iran meetings begins in Qatar — but the envoys won't be talking face to face
By AP via Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
Two U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar on Tuesday for talks with mediators about the implementation of an initial deal to end the war in Iran, an official said.The visit by Steve Witkoff, U.S. President Donald Trumps special Mideast envoy, and Jared Kushner, his son-in-law, comes after a weekend of cro...
Key takeaway The envoys wont be having direct negotiations with Iranian diplomats while in Qatars capital, Doha, said Majed al-Ansari, a spokesman for Qatars Foreign Ministry.
Why this matters in The Waco
The ongoing US-Iran talks in Qatar have significant implications for the Waco community, particularly in terms of economic stability. As a major transportation hub, the Waco area relies heavily on the free flow of goods and commodities, including oil. The global energy crisis sparked by Iran's attacks on the Strait of Hormuz has already led to increased fuel prices and potential shortages, affecting local businesses and residents. The release of $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets, which will be used to purchase US food products, may also have a ripple effect on the local agricultural industry. With a substantial portion of the world's oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a resolution to the conflict could lead to more stable energy prices, benefiting Waco's economy and residents who rely on transportation and trade. The outcome of these talks will be closely watched by local leaders and businesses.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Two U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar on Tuesday for talks with mediators about the implementation of an initial deal to end the war in Iran, an official said.The visit by Steve Witkoff, U.S. President Donald Trumps special Mideast envoy, and Jared Kushner, his son-in-law, comes after a weekend of cro...
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