Qatar denies deal with Iran over Al Jazeera coverage

A regional source told Israeli Kan News that Qatar and Iran may have reached an understanding toward the end of the war, in which Iran scaled back attacks on Qatar while Al Jazeera softened its coverage of Tehran and gave more space to Iranian voices. The report suggests a potential media-for-security arrangement amid the broader U.S.-Iran conflict. Qatar has issued a strong denial, stating that no such arrangement or deal ever took place. The allegation highlights the complex diplomatic and media dynamics in the region as the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire.