The Economic Times

US-Iran agree to setup direct channel with IRGC to de-escalate conflict, says VP Vance

US Vice President JD Vance confirmed a direct deconfliction channel between US and Iran military representatives, including the IRGC and CENTCOM, will be established in Doha, Qatar. This move aims to reduce conflict risks. Meanwhile, the US and GCC reaffirmed their strategic partnership, emphasizing regional security, diplomacy with Iran, and preventing nuclear proliferation. Trade with Iran remains conditional on its compliance and de-escalation.