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Trump says the US and Iran will meet in Qatar after weekend attacks
By Aya Batrawy | NPR at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 29, 2026
· 5 min read
Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) meets with Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa during Rubio's visit to the Middle East to discuss the interim deal between the U.S. and Iran with Arab Gulf allies, and to attend a meeting by members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), at Al-Sakhir Pala...
Key takeaway and Iran with Arab Gulf allies, and to attend a meeting by members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), at Al-Sakhir Palace, near Zallaq, on June 25.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
For Angelenos, the resumption of talks between the US and Iran in Qatar may seem like a distant development, but it has significant implications for the local economy. As a major hub for international trade, the Port of Los Angeles is heavily reliant on stable global shipping routes, including those affected by the recent attacks in the Gulf. Any disruption to these routes could have a ripple effect on the local economy, impacting businesses and workers involved in the import and export of goods. Furthermore, the release of frozen Iranian assets, including the $12 billion reportedly held in Qatari bank accounts, could have implications for the global economy and potentially influence trade flows through Los Angeles. As the situation unfolds, local business leaders and officials will be watching closely to see how the US-Iran talks impact the regional economy and the flow of goods through the port.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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