The United States launched fresh military strikes on Iran on May 26, 2026, as Iranian negotiators, including the foreign minister and top negotiator, were in Doha for talks with Qatar's prime minister on a potential deal to end the three-month-old war, according to an official briefed on the visit.
The strikes targeted Iranian military facilities, though specific locations and casualties were not immediately confirmed. The US Department of Defense stated the strikes were in response to continued Iranian aggression, but did not provide further details.
Iranian officials condemned the strikes, calling them a violation of international law and an obstacle to peace. The talks in Doha, mediated by Qatar, were aimed at de-escalating the conflict, which began in February 2026.
Qatar's prime minister urged both sides to exercise restraint and return to negotiations. The US has not commented on the impact of the strikes on the diplomatic process.
