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doha-news1d ago

Fitch keeps Qatar at ‘AA’, says strong economy can absorb Iran war shock

Fitch affirmed Qatar’s AA credit rating with a stable outlook, citing strong financial buffers despite temporary disruptions to energy exports caused by the U.S.-Israel war on Iran and the closure… (The post Fitch keeps Qatar at ‘AA’, says strong economy can absorb Iran war shock is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news3d ago

Qatar Airways delivers nearly 300 tonnes of essential cargo to Qatar

Airline maintains cargo operations and supply chains despite ongoing airspace restrictions Qatar Airways has continued operating cargo flights into Doha since the closure of Qatari airspace on 28 February, making… (The post Qatar Airways delivers nearly 300 tonnes of essential cargo to Qatar is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news3d ago

LIVE: Qatar’s armed forces intercept missile attack

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly amid the developments in Qatar in light of Iran’s attacks on the country amid the war with Israel and the United States.… (The post LIVE: Qatar’s armed forces intercept missile attack is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news4d ago

Ukraine to send military experts to Qatar, UAE and Saudi Arabia

Ukraine, Zelenskyy noted, has extensive battlefield experience with Iranian-made Shahed drones, which Russia has deployed throughout its four-year war on the country. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine will send military experts… (The post Ukraine to send military experts to Qatar, UAE and Saudi Arabia is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news6d ago

LIVE: Missiles intercepted in Qatar on Monday morning

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly as developments unfold in Qatar following Iranian attacks on the country amid the ongoing war with Israel and the United States. Updates… (The post LIVE: Missiles intercepted in Qatar on Monday morning is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news8d ago

‘Our gesture of de-escalation in the region killed by Trump,’ says Araghchi

Araghchi said responsibility for any escalation resulting from Iran’s “exercise of its right to self-defence would lie squarely with the U.S. administration.” Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday… (The post ‘Our gesture of de-escalation in the region killed by Trump,’ says Araghchi is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news10d ago

France condemns Iranian attacks on Qatar, vows support for Doha

France condemned Iranian missile and drone attacks on Qatar, reaffirming its defence commitments and “unwavering solidarity” with Doha. France has strongly condemned the recent Iranian missile and drone attacks on… (The post France condemns Iranian attacks on Qatar, vows support for Doha is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news10d ago

U.S. Air Force test launches Minuteman III ICBM from Vandenberg Space Force Base

The U.S. Air Force launched a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base in a scheduled test of the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The United States Air Force… (The post U.S. Air Force test launches Minuteman III ICBM from Vandenberg Space Force Base is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news11d ago

Joint U.S.-Israel attack on Iranian school likely deliberate: Al Jazeera probe

Satellite imagery, particularly of the smoke rising from the targeted sites, found that the strike hit the military base and the school. The joint Israel-United States attack on the girls’… (The post Joint U.S.-Israel attack on Iranian school likely deliberate: Al Jazeera probe is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news11d ago

LIVE: Qatar intercepts 10 Iranian drones and 2 cruise missiles at dawn

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly amid the developments in Qatar in light of Iran’s attacks on the country amid the war with Israel and the U.S. Updates… (The post LIVE: Qatar intercepts 10 Iranian drones and 2 cruise missiles at dawn is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news12d ago

President of Uzbekistan sends message of solidarity to Qatar’s Amir amid regional tensions

In his message, President Mirziyoyev said that Uzbekistan “stands firmly alongside Qatar and its people during these challenging and sensitive circumstances.” Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has sent a message to Qatar’s… (The post President of Uzbekistan sends message of solidarity to Qatar’s Amir amid regional tensions is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news13d ago

Qatar Tourism to cover extended hotel stays for travellers until airspace reopens

Qatar Tourism has directed hotels across the country to extend the stays of travellers unable to depart due to ongoing travel restrictions, confirming it will cover the additional costs. Qatar… (The post Qatar Tourism to cover extended hotel stays for travellers until airspace reopens is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news6h ago

Qatar ambassador joins launch of urgent humanitarian appeal for Lebanon

Qatar’s ambassador joined the launch of a UN-backed $308 million humanitarian appeal in Beirut to support Lebanon as the war and Israeli strikes drive rising casualties and displacement. Qatar’s ambassador… (The post Qatar ambassador joins launch of urgent humanitarian appeal for Lebanon is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news1d ago

Hamas condemns US-Israeli attacks on Iran, urges Tehran not to target neighbouring states

Hamas condemned U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran, backed Tehran’s right to respond, and urged it to avoid targeting neighbouring countries. Hamas has strongly condemned U.S.-Israeli aggression against Iran, calling it a… (The post Hamas condemns US-Israeli attacks on Iran, urges Tehran not to target neighbouring states is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news3d ago

TotalEnergies halts Qatar output as war disrupts Middle East energy flows

TotalEnergies announced shutdowns for Qatar, Iraq and offshore UAE productions, cutting 15 percent of the company’s global output. French energy major TotalEnergies said it has shut down, or is in… (The post TotalEnergies halts Qatar output as war disrupts Middle East energy flows is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news4d ago

LIVE: Armed forces intercept missile attack on Qatar

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly as developments unfold in Qatar following Iranian attacks on the country amid the ongoing war with Israel and the United States. Updates… (The post LIVE: Armed forces intercept missile attack on Qatar is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news5d ago

Qatar says Iran must halt attacks before talks, warns of global economic fallout

Qatar says Iran must stop attacks before talks, warning strikes on energy infrastructure risk global economic consequences. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari has stressed that Iran must halt its… (The post Qatar says Iran must halt attacks before talks, warns of global economic fallout is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news6d ago

In crisis, information helps save lives: lessons from Qatar 

People often rely on trusted community networks during crises: local organisations, neighbourhood groups, religious leaders, and other community figures.  In discussions about conflict and civilian protection, attention usually focuses on physical security: shelters, air defence… (The post In crisis, information helps save lives: lessons from Qatar  is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news7d ago

Gulf states’ water supplies under fire as U.S.-Israel war on Iran escalates

The Gulf’s dependence on desalinated water makes the targeting of this infrastructure particularly consequential. As the U.S.-Israel war on Iran spreads across the Gulf, strikes on water and energy infrastructure… (The post Gulf states’ water supplies under fire as U.S.-Israel war on Iran escalates is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news8d ago

Iran destroys U.S.-made radar systems in the Middle East

Damaging the radar does not make the THAAD system completely inoperable, experts say, as there are other assets and configurations, but it certainly degrades its capability and flexibility. New satellite… (The post Iran destroys U.S.-made radar systems in the Middle East is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news9d ago

How pet owners in Qatar can keep their animals safe amid regional tensions

Veterinarians and relocation experts urge pet owners in Qatar to plan ahead and avoid rushed travel decisions as regional tensions raise concerns about pet stress and possible abandonment. With regional… (The post How pet owners in Qatar can keep their animals safe amid regional tensions is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news9d ago

Qatar says its naval personnel safe after Iranian strikes hit buildings in Bahrain

Iranian attacks hit buildings in Bahrain housing the Qatari Emiri Naval Forces. Qatar says personnel are safe and warns the strikes threaten Gulf security. Qatar condemned Iranian attacks that targeted… (The post Qatar says its naval personnel safe after Iranian strikes hit buildings in Bahrain is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news10d ago

UAE billionaire tears into Trump for dragging Gulf into Iran war

UAE businessman Khalaf Al Habtoor slammed U.S. President Donald Trump over the Iran war, warning that Gulf states were paying the price for a conflict they did not choose. Emirati… (The post UAE billionaire tears into Trump for dragging Gulf into Iran war is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news10d ago

LIVE: security threat eliminated in Qatar by early afternoon after attacks

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly as developments unfold in Qatar following Iranian attacks on the country amid the ongoing war with Israel and the United States. Updates… (The post LIVE: security threat eliminated in Qatar by early afternoon after attacks is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news11d ago

QatarEnergy declares force majeure on LNG shipments

QatarEnergy declared force majeure after an Iranian missile targeted an energy facility in Ras Laffan, prompting a halt in liquified natural gas production. QatarEnergy has officially declared force majeure on… (The post QatarEnergy declares force majeure on LNG shipments is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news12d ago

UN calls for investigation into attack on girls’ school in Iran

The OHCHR called on the forces responsible for the attack to carry out the investigation, emphasizing that the burden of accountability lies with the perpetrators. The United Nations on Tuesday… (The post UN calls for investigation into attack on girls’ school in Iran is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news12d ago

LIVE: More Iranian missiles intercepted over Qatar

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly amid the developments in Qatar in light of Iran’s attacks on the country amid the war with Israel and the U.S. Updates… (The post LIVE: More Iranian missiles intercepted over Qatar is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news13d ago

QatarEnergy halts LNG production as Iran strikes energy sites

Following Iranian drone strikes on energy facilities in Qatar on Monday, QatarEnergy announced it would cease LNG production. QatarEnergy has ceased production of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and related products… (The post QatarEnergy halts LNG production as Iran strikes energy sites is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news13d ago

Oil prices soar, stock markets fall amid regional conflict

Crude oil prices have risen sharply, while stocks are down, as investors weigh the fallout of the US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Oil prices surged on Monday as the fallout from… (The post Oil prices soar, stock markets fall amid regional conflict is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news12h ago

MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix to November amid U.S.-Israel’s war on Iran

MotoGP has postponed the Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail to November 8 due to the ongoing Middle East conflict.The MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix scheduled to take place at Lusail International… (The post MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix to November amid U.S.-Israel’s war on Iran is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news1d ago

Meta pauses major Gulf cable project due to regional escalation

Meta paused work on part of a major subsea cable project designed to expand internet connectivity across Africa, as the war in the Middle East disrupts activity in the region. … (The post Meta pauses major Gulf cable project due to regional escalation is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news3d ago

talabat Qatar introduces ‘Hero Meals’ in partnership with Qatar Red Crescent Society

Talabat has partnered with the Qatar Red Crescent Society to launch “Hero Meals”, allowing customers to donate meals to delivery riders through the app during Ramadan.talabat, the leading on-demand delivery… (The post talabat Qatar introduces ‘Hero Meals’ in partnership with Qatar Red Crescent Society is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news4d ago

Qatar’s Minister of State urges ‘pathway of peace’ and return to talks as U.S.–Israel war on Iran engulfs region

Al-Khulaifi says the widening conflict risks destabilising global markets and energy supplies. Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi told Al Jazeera on Tuesday that Doha… (The post Qatar’s Minister of State urges ‘pathway of peace’ and return to talks as U.S.–Israel war on Iran engulfs region is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news5d ago

LIVE: Calm Tuesday morning in Qatar as repatriation flights continue

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly as developments unfold in Qatar following Iranian attacks on the country amid the ongoing war with Israel and the United States. Updates… (The post LIVE: Calm Tuesday morning in Qatar as repatriation flights continue is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news7d ago

Al-Khater calls for end of ‘destructive agendas’ on International Women’s Day

Al-Khater also called for the need to “stop igniting wars so that weapons’ companies can make more money”. Lolwah Al-Khater, Qatar’s Minister of Education and Higher Education, gave the world… (The post Al-Khater calls for end of ‘destructive agendas’ on International Women’s Day is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news8d ago

LIVE: Qatar intercepts missile attacks, partially reopens airspace

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly as developments unfold in Qatar following Iranian attacks on the country amid the ongoing war with Israel and the United States. Updates… (The post LIVE: Qatar intercepts missile attacks, partially reopens airspace is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news9d ago

U.S. spent $3.7bn in first 100 hours of Iran war, think tank says

A new analysis says the U.S. spent about $3.7bn in the first 100 hours of its war on Iran, driven largely by the cost of munitions and missile strikes. A… (The post U.S. spent $3.7bn in first 100 hours of Iran war, think tank says is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news9d ago

Cancelled flights, closed airspaces: Middle East Travel

While Qatar’s airspace remains closed, the airline is set to begin operations in nearby cities to help those who are stranded due to the US-Israel and Iran conflict. The U.S.… (The post Cancelled flights, closed airspaces: Middle East Travel is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news10d ago

Italy considers sending air defence systems to Gulf amid Iranian strikes

Italy is considering deploying air defence systems to Gulf countries after Iranian strikes, as Rome weighs military support requests from regional partners. Italy is preparing to provide military aid, including… (The post Italy considers sending air defence systems to Gulf amid Iranian strikes is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news10d ago

Qatar condemns attempted attacks on Türkiye, Azerbaijan

Qatar has denounced the missile and drone attacks on Türkiye and Azerbaijan, urging Iran to stop the escalation, while affirming its solidarity with both nations. Qatar has strongly condemned attempts… (The post Qatar condemns attempted attacks on Türkiye, Azerbaijan is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news11d ago

Qatar PM-FM, Iranian FM hold first phone call since before Iran attacks

Qatar’s prime minister and foreign minister held his first call with Iran’s foreign minister since Tehran launched retaliatory strikes on Gulf states following the U.S.-Israeli offensive. Qatar’s Prime Minister and… (The post Qatar PM-FM, Iranian FM hold first phone call since before Iran attacks is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news11d ago

Iran FM: Trump ‘betrayed diplomacy’ in nuclear talks

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused U.S. President Donald Trump of having “betrayed diplomacy” by launching strikes that derailed nuclear negotiations, insisting that “war was imposed on Iran” and declaring… (The post Iran FM: Trump ‘betrayed diplomacy’ in nuclear talks is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news11d ago

Qatar’s State Security arrest two cells affiliated with IRGC

Residents are urged to remain vigilant, exercise caution and report any suspicious activities to the competent authorities. Qatar’s State Security arrested two cells operating on behalf of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary… (The post Qatar’s State Security arrest two cells affiliated with IRGC is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news12d ago

Singaporean embassy explores land evacuation route for Qatar-based citizens

The Singaporean embassy in Doha is exploring land-evacuations from Qatar to Saudi Arabia for its citizens in the Gulf state. Singapore’s embassy in Qatar is exploring land evacuation routes for… (The post Singaporean embassy explores land evacuation route for Qatar-based citizens is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news13d ago

LIVE: Iran’s attacks continue in Qatar, rest of Gulf region

The Doha News live blog is updated regularly amid the developments in Qatar in light of Iran’s attacks on the country amid the war with Israel and the U.S. Updates… (The post LIVE: Iran’s attacks continue in Qatar, rest of Gulf region is from Doha News | Qatar.)

doha-news13d ago

Qatar, six Arab and Gulf states join U.S. in condemning Iran strikes across region

The United States and six Arab states published a joint statement condemning Iran’s missile and drone attacks on their countries and reaffirmed their right to self-defence. Qatar has joined the… (The post Qatar, six Arab and Gulf states join U.S. in condemning Iran strikes across region is from Doha News | Qatar.)