diplomacyJun 22, 2026

Caught on camera: Qatar’s PM snubs JD Vance in viral video; What went wrong?

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A viral video from high-stakes US-Iran talks in Switzerland appears to show JD Vance being seemingly overlooked by Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, and social media wasted no time calling it a “snub.” The clip, widely circulated online, shows the Qatari Prime Minister walking into a reception area where global leaders had gathered. Instead of greeting Vance, who stood nearby, Sheikh Mohammed moved past him and warmly embraced Shehbaz Sharif. That single move, intentional or not, quickly became a talking point. While the internet framed it as an awkward diplomatic slight, there’s no official confirmation that it was a deliberate snub. Still, in the world of global politics, even a few seconds of footage can shape narratives. The incident unfolded during crucial negotiations involving the US, Iran, Qatar, and Pakistan, aimed at building on a fragile ceasefire framework. Qatar has been playing a key mediating role, describing the ongoing process as “cautiously optimistic” but far from final. Qatar snubs JD Vance. America is a laughing stock. pic.twitter.com/O1QflIqh0V— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) June 21, 2026 Meanwhile, tensions remain high. Donald Trump issued strong warnings to Iran, stating: “Iran must immediately stop their highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon from causing trouble. If they don't, we'll hit Iran very hard again, just like we did last week, only harder!!!” Watch Qatar snub Vance. So embarrassing. pic.twitter.com/RWSpcsL5IU— 🇺🇸 Pamela Geller 🇮🇱 (@PamelaGeller) June 21, 2026 JD Vance got the cold shoulder from Iranian officials in Switzerland.— ᗰᗩƳᖇᗩ (@LePapillonBlu2) June 21, 2026 No one respects this administration! pic.twitter.com/Vld9tYIL2a This was humiliation. No one in modern history has made America wait and beg for negotiations. This was the moment JD Vance should have returned to Washington. The Islamic regime did this on purpose. Trump, if you don't understand politics, you should at least understand… pic.twitter.com/NVWAxr8NMH— Amjad Taha أمجد طه (@amjadt25) June 21, 2026 Qatar snub JD Vance. I love this for him. pic.twitter.com/YFcnEziFZd— Sarrah Bellus (@sarrah_bellus) June 21, 2026 The “snub” wasn’t the only eyebrow-raising moment. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reportedly avoided direct interaction with Vance as well, briefly greeting Sharif before leaving. ALSO READ| Brigitte Macron rejects Donald Trump’s kiss in awkward Versailles moment, video goes viral; Watch

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Mamta RautBy Mamta Raut
A viral video from high-stakes US-Iran talks in Switzerland appears to show JD Vance being seemingly overlooked by Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, and social media wasted no time calling it a “snub.” The clip, widely circulated online, shows the Qatari Prime Minister wa…

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