[Qatar says mediation is still continuing, and the United States and Iran are sending positive signals for a diplomatic settlement of the crisis] On November 10, Hashemi, Director of the Media and Communications Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, said at a regular press conference that Qatar’s mediation between the United States and Iran is still continuing, and both sides are sending positive signals for a diplomatic settlement of the crisis, but it is still unclear whether an agreement is close. Hashemi said that Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed held talks with US President Trump and Vice President Vance in Washington on the 9th to discuss the regional situation and ways to promote progress in US-Iran negotiations. He said that the atmosphere of the White House talks was positive and the focus was on narrowing the differences between the United States and Iran. Qatar is continuing to work hard to end the "neither war nor peace" and uncertainty in the region. Hashemi warned that as winter approaches, the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz will exacerbate the energy crisis and increase the economic burden on countries, especially vulnerable people. Qatar is working hard to restore freedom of navigation in the Straits as soon as possible. (CCTV News)