Explained: Trump discusses Middle East de-escalation with Qatar’s emir, and other Mideast news

Trump discussed efforts to de-escalate Middle East tensions in a phone call with Qatar's Emir Sheik Tamim bin Hamad al Thani

de-escalation

Efforts to reduce the intensity of a conflict or tension between parties

mediation

Acting as an intermediary between two sides to help resolve a dispute

freedom of maritime navigation

The principle that ships can travel through international waters without obstruction