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theconversation.comworld4 hrs ago
Qatar Receives Foreign Leaders at Mourning Events for Former Emir
Qatar's current emir continued receiving foreign dignitaries and citizens at Lusail Palace on July 14, 2026. The events followed the death of the former emir on July 12.
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world7 hrs ago
Tributes reported from Gaza to India after death of Qatar's Father Emir
Public statements and gestures of condolence followed the death of Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Reports described observances in multiple countries and locations.
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The Independentworld1 day agoUpdated
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar's Former Ruler, Dies at 74
The Amiri Diwan announced the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on Sunday morning. He ruled Qatar from 1995 until his voluntary abdication in 2013.
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theiranproject.comfinance4 days ago
Qatari Delegation Visits Iran to Strengthen Mediation Role
A Qatari delegation arrived in Iran to reinforce Doha's position as a regional mediator. The visit follows diplomatic activity earlier this week.
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world9 days ago
Qatar Lifts Maritime Suspension After One-Week Pause
Qatar’s Transport Ministry announced Sunday that all maritime navigation can resume immediately. The decision reverses a June 29 advisory that had halted sailing and fishing vessels while leaving commercial shipping unaffected.
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middleeasteye.netpolitics13 days ago
Qatari Prime Minister Meets US Envoys on Iran Talks and Lebanon Ceasefire
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held talks in Doha with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The meeting addressed US-Iran negotiations and the Lebanon ceasefire amid separate regional security developments.
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gatestoneinstitute.orgworld15 days ago
Iranian official says no meetings planned with U.S. technical teams in Qatar
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister stated there are currently no plans for meetings with U.S. technical teams in Qatar this week. The announcement comes amid ongoing diplomatic activity between the two countries.
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nbcnews.comfinance15 days ago
Iranian President Says Half of Assets in Qatar Should Be Released
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that $6 billion of $12 billion in Iranian assets held in Qatar should be released, according to state media IRNA. The comments address funds that have remained restricted under prior sanctions frameworks.
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dohanews.cofinance15 days ago
Qatari National Killed, Second Person Injured After Vessel Goes Missing in Military Operations Area
Qatar's interior ministry reported a citizen died from shrapnel injuries linked to military operations. The ministry recovered the missing vessel early Sunday after searches began the prior day, with a second person injured.
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webpronews.comfinance18 days ago
Empty LNG Carriers Gather at Qatar Ras Laffan Hub for Loading
Eight empty carriers have arrived at Ras Laffan and more are en route. QatarEnergy is preparing undamaged facilities for resumed operations by October.
France 24sports19 days ago
Bosnia Beats Qatar 3-1 to Near World Cup Knockout Stage
Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 in their final Group B match on June 24. The result lifted Bosnia to four points and left the team in position to advance as one of the best third-placed sides.
foxnews.comsports19 days ago
Qatar Midfielder Madibo Receives Five-Match Ban After Challenge That Broke Canadian Player Kone's Leg
The BBC reported FIFA's disciplinary committee imposed the suspension for serious foul play during last Thursday's match. Kone suffered a broken leg requiring surgery and will miss the rest of the tournament.
business20 days ago
Qatar Says LNG Output to Resume Normal Levels Within Weeks Except at Damaged Facility
Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani said production will return to normal in a few weeks except at the damaged Ras Laffan facility. Qatar declared force majeure after Iranian missile strikes in March.
al-monitor.comworld22 days ago
Explosion at Qatar LNG Site Leaves 54 Injured and 18 Missing
An explosion occurred at a liquefied natural gas facility in Qatar. Authorities reported 54 people injured and 18 missing. Rescue operations are underway at the site.
thehindu.combusiness22 days ago
QatarEnergy Recalls LNG Carriers After Ras Laffan Explosion
QatarEnergy is positioning empty carriers near the Strait of Hormuz for a potential restart of exports. The move follows an explosion at the Ras Laffan complex on Sunday and prior Iranian strikes on the facility.
citizen.co.zaworld22 days ago
Factory Explosion in Ras Laffan Injures Workers but Causes No Public Hazard
An internal explosion at a factory in Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial Area injured multiple people. Officials attributed the blast to a technical malfunction and stated no hazardous leak threatens the public.
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thehindu.comfinance22 days agoUpdated
Explosion at Ras Laffan Gas Facility Injures 54; 18 Still Missing After Technical Malfunction
A technical malfunction triggered an explosion and fire Sunday evening at the Barzan facility inside Ras Laffan Industrial City. Fifty-four people were injured and 18 remained unaccounted for early Monday. Emergency teams contained the blaze with no leak detected.
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middleeasteye.netfinance22 days ago
Explosion Reported at Qatar Factory, No Injuries or Leaks
An explosion occurred at a factory in Ras Laffan, Qatar. Officials reported no injuries and no leaks from the incident.
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Japan Timessports25 days ago
Canada defeats Qatar 6-0 in World Cup match
Canada recorded its first men's World Cup win with a 6-0 victory over Qatar. The result included a hat trick from one player and two red cards shown to Qatar players.
Washington Examinerpolitics27 days ago
Qatar Steps In After Pakistan’s Ceasefire Stalls, Producing U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
President Trump credited Qatar with reviving stalled talks that produced a memorandum to end the U.S. war with Iran. The agreement is set for signing Friday in Switzerland.
thehindu.comfinance28 days ago
QatarEnergy Ready to Resume LNG Output at Ras Laffan Within One Month
QatarEnergy can restart LNG production at Ras Laffan and reach full capacity within one month, with shipping identified as the main constraint rather than plant operations.
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pravdareport.comworld29 days ago
Qatari LNG Tanker Remains at Ras Laffan Terminal Since March 1 Loading
A tanker loaded liquefied natural gas at Qatar’s Ras Laffan facility around March 1 and has remained there since.
news.google.comfinance33 days ago
Iran Declines Three-Way Talks With the U.S. in Qatar, Sticking With Qatari Mediators
Iran and U.S. officials held separate meetings with Qatari mediators in Doha. Iran declined a single session that would have included all three parties.
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middleeasteye.networld38 days ago
Iranian Missiles Hit U.S. Air Operations Center in Qatar
Multiple Iranian ballistic missiles struck the Combined Air Operations Centre at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar during the early weeks of the Iran War. The attack damaged the facility but caused no injuries because it was not in use at the time.
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thehindu.compolitics43 days ago
Lebanon Reports Over 3,400 Killed Since March Amid Ongoing Israel-Hezbollah Fighting
Lebanon’s Health Ministry recorded 3,412 deaths and 10,269 injuries since March 2. Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon and killed a Palestinian man near Bethlehem after a car-ramming incident.
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Semaforfinance47 days ago
Former Qatari Energy Minister Abdullah Al Attiyah Dies at 73
Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, who built Qatar’s LNG sector, died in London on Wednesday. He served as energy minister and helped turn the country into one of the world’s wealthiest nations.
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rferl.orgfinance47 days ago
Iranian Official Describes Qatar Trip by Ghalibaf as Successful
A member of Iran's negotiating delegation media team stated that Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf's visit to Qatar resulted in the release of half of certain frozen assets. The trip was characterized as successful by the official.
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Iranian Officials Visit Qatar to Discuss Frozen Assets
A delegation of Iranian officials traveled to Qatar for talks on accessing assets frozen by international sanctions. Qatar maintains diplomatic channels that could facilitate discussions on the issue.
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Semaforpolitics50 days ago
Qatari official participates in Middle East diplomatic discussions
A Qatari minister without a formal department has been included in recent high-level calls involving regional leaders. The official holds a seat on the Gaza Executive Board and has accompanied the prime minister on foreign trips.
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Opinion piece links Qatari media to rise in antisemitism after October 7
A former Al Jazeera producer argues that Qatari-funded outlets have amplified anti-Israel messaging that has contributed to increased antisemitic incidents in Western countries since October 2023.
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al-monitor.comfinance52 days agoUpdated
Qatar Sends Negotiating Team to Tehran to Help End Iran War
A Qatari team arrived in Tehran on Friday in coordination with the United States to pursue a deal ending the war with Iran. Doha had previously avoided mediation after Iranian strikes on its territory.
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benzinga.comfinance56 days ago
ConocoPhillips Executive Says Qatar LNG Projects Face Months of Delay
A ConocoPhillips executive stated that joint ventures for Qatar's North Field East and North Field South LNG projects could experience delays of several months. The comments addressed potential schedule adjustments for the developments.
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pakistantoday.com.pkpolitics57 days ago
Pakistan Prime Minister Thanks Qatar for Mediation Support
Pakistan's Prime Minister conveyed appreciation to Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister for helping build consensus around mediation efforts. The exchange focused on Doha's role in diplomatic coordination.
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dohanews.cofinance60 days ago
Qatari Foreign Ministry Says All Disputes Can Be Settled Through Dialogue
The Qatari Foreign Ministry stated that all disputes, including the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, can be resolved through dialogue. The ministry emphasized peaceful settlement as a path to address regional tensions. The statement comes amid ongoing maritime security concerns in…
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rferl.orgworld65 days ago
Drone Strikes Cargo Vessel in Qatari Territorial Waters
A commercial cargo ship was hit by a drone in Qatari waters early on May 10, 2026, causing a fire onboard. Qatar's foreign ministry and defense officials condemned the attack while Kuwait's military reported responding to multiple hostile drones in its airspace the same day. The…
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news.sky.compolitics69 days ago
14-Year-Old Afghan Girl at Qatar Camp Appeals for U.S. Resettlement
Zahra, a 14-year-old Afghan girl at Camp As Sayliyah in Qatar, released a video message asking first lady Melania Trump to help secure US resettlement for her family and around 1,100 other Afghans with NATO ties. The appeal follows the Trump administration halting their processin…
truthout.orgworld76 days ago
Israeli Court Denies Netanyahu's Request to Delay Testimony
The Jerusalem District Court denied a request to postpone Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony in his ongoing trial, citing a security matter. Separately, an affidavit alleges Qatar offered support to ICC prosecutor Karim Khan for advancing arrest warrants agains…
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cnbc.comfinance80 days ago
U.S. and Qatari Leaders Discuss Iran Ceasefire and Regional Security on April 24
U.S. and Qatari leaders held talks on April 24 addressing several regional issues, including an Iran ceasefire and related deal efforts. The discussion also covered the Strait of Hormuz, maritime security, and supply chains. These topics are critical for global trade and energy t…
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ynet.co.ilworld87 days ago
Five Loaded Qatari LNG Vessels Approach Strait of Hormuz, Data Shows
Ship-tracking data indicates that five loaded liquefied natural gas vessels from Qatar are approaching the Strait of Hormuz. The strait serves as a key passage for energy exports from the region. This movement occurs amid ongoing monitoring of maritime traffic in the area.
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