Flurry of diplomacy as Gulf nations seek Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

There are few signs that Iran wants to negotiate with any other country than Oman, which sits across the waterway from the Islamic Republic.

DOHA, Qatar — There are few signs of activity outside, in the sweltering 104-degree heat that lends itself to the slow pace of a traditional Gulf summer. But inside the plush, air-conditioned state palaces and offices, a flurry of telephone calls and documents is exchanged in a frantic effort to bring an end to the war with Iran.

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