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Qatar issued security alert and later ‘eliminated the threat’ amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions, as Doha condemned attacks on vessels and urged dialogue. Qatar residents received an elevated security threat alert (The post Qatar thwarts security threat, urges U.S.-Iran MOU implementation is from Doha News | Qatar.)
Qatar’s Al-Khulaifi says mediation is a constitutional commitment, highlighting Doha’s role in diplomacy, dialogue and conflict resolution. Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulaziz (The post Qatar says mediation is a constitutional commitment, not just foreign policy tool is from Doha News | Qatar.)
Qatar urges de-escalation after condemning Iranian attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, as President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is “over”. Qatar has strongly condemned the repeated Iranian attacks (The post Qatar condemns Iranian attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, Trump says ceasefire ‘over’ is from Doha News | Qatar.)
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari urged Iran to “immediately cease” actions threatening regional security and maritime navigation, warning it would be held responsible for all damages and consequences of (The post ‘Grave violation’: Qatar demands Iran halt attacks after its tanker Al-Rekayyat targeted near Hormuz is from Doha News | Qatar.)
Qatar ranks fifth globally in the Global Muslim Travel Index 2026, recognised for its faith-friendly tourism, digital innovation and world-class infrastructure. Qatar has reinforced its position as one of the (The post Qatar strengthens its position as a leading Muslim-friendly travel destination in GMTI 2026 is from Doha News | Qatar.)
The body argued that an automatic one-match suspension following a red card is not a discretionary option. The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has issued a scathing statement condemning (The post ‘A red line has been crossed’: UEFA blasts FIFA over Balogun reprieve is from Doha News | Qatar.)
The Fast Pass biometric system aims to allow passengers to use facial recognition for a faster, paperless journey through airport checkpoints. Hamad International Airport (HIA) and Qatar Airways have jointly launched (The post HIA and Qatar Airways launch Fast Pass biometric travel service is from Doha News | Qatar.)
The suspension had been triggered by the regional conflict that erupted in February 2026, when U.S. and Israeli forces launched strikes on Iran. Qatar and Iran have resumed maritime trade (The post Qatar and Iran resume maritime trade after five-month suspension is from Doha News | Qatar.)
Palestinian rights advocates warn that detained physician Hussam Abu Safiya is facing deteriorating health and abuse in custody. The head of the Commission of Prisoners’ Affairs and Former Prisoners, Minister (The post Gaza doctor Abu Safiya faces ‘systematic elimination’ in Israeli prison, says Palestinian official is from Doha News | Qatar.)
The esports basketball tournament brings national teams, players, and fans to Mall of Qatar as the country builds momentum ahead of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027. Doha is hosting (The post Doha hosts eFIBA World Finals as group stage wraps is from Doha News | Qatar.)
