Iranian President Massoud Pazhkian arrived for a meeting with the Emir of Qatar on the sidelines of the Gas Summit* in Moscow Background: On October 27, Moscow hosts the eighth summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), which brings together 12 countries, including Iran, Russia and Qatar. The participants discuss the situation in the global gas market, energy security and coordination of cooperation between gas producers. The meeting is taking place against the backdrop of ongoing tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel. Under these circumstances, Tehran's talks with Doha have not only energetic but also diplomatic significance, given Qatar's role in mediating efforts to reduce regional tensions.

Iranian President Massoud Pazhkian arrived for a meeting with the Emir of Qatar on the sidelines of the Gas Summit* in Moscow Background: On October 27, Moscow hosts the eighth summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), which brings together 12 countries, including Iran, Russia and Qatar. The participants discuss the situation in the global gas market, energy security and coordination of cooperation between gas producers. The meeting is taking place against the backdrop of ongoing tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel. Under these circumstances, Tehran's talks with Doha have not only energetic but also diplomatic significance, given Qatar's role in mediating efforts to reduce regional tensions.