Vance meets Qatari mediator as U.S. awaits peace plan response While Pakistan has been the official mediator in the war, the Qataris have been working behind the scenes. Axios · May 8
US Aircraft Declared An Emergency Over Qatar: Why the KC-135 Stratotanker Sent Distress Signal Mid-Air A US Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker issued a '7700' distress signal over the Persian Gulf, raising concerns about potential in-flight emergencies International Business Times UK · May 6
Afghan girl issues emotional appeal to Melania Trump after more than year and a half in US camp IN FOCUS: Zahra, the daughter of an Afghan army officer who served US officials before the government collapsed in August 2021, says she and other residents of Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) in Qatar only want a ‘a chance for a brighter future’. Arpan Rai reports The Independent UK · May 6
US Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker Issues Emergency Squawk 7700 Near Strait Of Hormuz Before Vanishing From Radar A US Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker issued an emergency signal near the Strait of Hormuz before disappearing from radar, sparking concerns amid ongoing US-Iran tensions International Business Times UK · May 6
They were hunted by the Taliban for helping the US. Now, Trump wants to send these families to the DRC Thousands of Afghans who assisted US forces are stuck in limbo in Qatar. Instead of promised resettlement in America, they face an uncertain future in another war-torn country The Guardian - UK · May 5
Gulf state cooperation has long been shaped by the threat of Iran − but shows of unity belie division Arab Gulf countries, battered economically and physically by the war with Iran, were keen to put on a united front at a key regional meeting on April 28, 2026. The Conversation · May 4
For foreign workers in Mideast, risk from Iran war collides with economic strain at home A missile strike in the Mideast killed Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun, a Bangladeshi migrant worker, highlighting the perilous situation for millions in the Gulf. These workers, vital to Gulf economies, face a stark choice between high wages and the risks of conflict, with many unable to return home due to… The Economic Times · May 4
UAE, Qatar seek new Gulf-Asia trade corridor in landmark agreement with South Korea The UAE signed a landmark trade deal with South Korea, the day after it left OPEC, while Qatar is also engaging with Seoul for its own trade agreement. The Gulf states are paving a structural trade corridor with Asia. Euronews · May 4
For foreign workers in the Mideast, risk from the Iran war collides with economic strain at home For millions of foreign workers in the Mideast, the Iran war has made life even more precarious The Independent UK · May 4
Qatar launches 2026 Year of Culture with Canada and Mexico through winter sports push From curling to ice hockey, Doha is embracing winter sports as Qatar launches its 2026 Year of Culture with Canada and Mexico, blending cultural exchange with deeper diplomatic ties. Euronews · May 3
Trump’s Air Force One gift from Qatar set to be ready this summer after $400m remodel IN FULL The Independent UK · May 2
Trump’s new Air Force One gifted by Qatar government to arrive this summer after $400 million overhaul Despite a reported $400 million overhaul the jumbo jet will keep most of the lavish luxury furnishings it had when used by the Qatari royal family The Independent UK · May 2
Air Force says former Qatari 747 will be ready to fly Trump as Air Force One this summer The U.S. Air Force has completed modifications to a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar for temporary use as Air Force One The Independent UK · May 2
The Independent UK · May 1 Can higher oil prices negate damage to Qatari gas plant for Shell? The British oil and gas producer will publish its financial results for the first quarter of 2026 on Thursday.
Euronews · Apr 30 Football fever returns to Qatar after FIFA confirms U-17 World Cup dates Qatar is set to host another World Cup, as FIFA had scheduled the world U-17 tournament for 19 November to 13 December. The 48-team format is also making a comeback, with 30 nations already qualified.
The Guardian - US · Apr 30 From national pride to fascism: how countries have used the World Cup to build identity Every World Cup, from Uruguay and Italy in 1930 and 1934, to Russia and Qatar in 2018 and 2022, has been to an extent about presenting an image to the world
The Guardian - UK · Apr 30 The $13bn World Cup: how the numbers stack up on Fifa’s 2026 balance sheet The earnings from the tournament in the US, Mexico and Canada will make it the most lucrative competition in the history of sport, even if some of the 48 competing countries say they are struggling to make ends meet
FourFourTwo · Apr 29 World Cup 2026: Every team to have qualified Looking for every team to have qualified for World Cup 2026? The tournament has been expanded to 48 teams and we now know who's made the grade.
Euronews · Apr 29 Gulf unity on display in Jeddah, but absences and signals reveal limits to coordination Gulf leaders met in Saudi Arabia to address the fallout from the Iran war, projecting unity but stopping short of concrete steps as divisions and uncertainty persist.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 The bridesmaid ban: how the Home Office tarnished a British citizen’s big day – and cost them £2,000 Everything was in place for Andrea’s dream celebration in Barbados. Then her close friend was denied the right to walk across a British airport to board a connecting flight
The Independent UK · Apr 29 How Fifa and World Cup host cities are preparing to deal with threat of extreme heat Some World Cup matches could take place in extreme heat this summer
Euronews · Apr 29 Qatar rolls out business relief measures amid Iran war and regional crisis Qatar has introduced new measures to maintain market stability and reinforce investor confidence as regional tensions weigh on economic sentiment.
Euronews · Apr 28 Qatar warns Iran it will not be used as 'political punching bag' Qatar warned Iran on Tuesday it will not be used as a “political punching bag,” calling for a "comprehensive deal" that would secure the Gulf. In response to Euronews, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said "we applaud our partners in Europe for taking the lead" in the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
Euronews · Apr 28 Qatar pushes ahead with North Field expansion despite LNG disruptions Qatar is moving ahead with its North Field gas expansion after awarding a key contract, even as regional tensions continue to disrupt LNG output and exports.