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Qatar Confirms Three Injured, Including Child, After Interception Debris

Qatar’s Ministry of Interior said security authorities and Civil Defence teams activated emergency response procedures following Iranian attacks. The Ministry of Interior said, based on field assessments, that three people, including a child, were injured by falling debris from interception operations. The injured are receiving medical treatment. The ministry said public safety and emergency alerts are issued only when additional precautionary measures are required. It urged residents to rely on official sources for information and avoid spreading rumours or sharing unverified content. Security authorities continue to operate around the clock to ensure public safety and maintain essential services.

2 days ago

Qatar extradites Asian suspect to US over organised crime charges

Qatar hands over Asian suspect to US in joint transnational crime probe Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has announced the extradition of an Asian national wanted by the United States over multiple criminal charges linked to transnational organised crime. The extradition was carried out as part of a joint security operation involving Qatar’s Ministry of Interior, the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol). In a statement, the ministry said the operation was conducted through international security cooperation channels. According to the ministry, the suspect was referred to Qatar’s Public Prosecution to complete the required legal procedures. Following the legal review, a decision was issued to surrender the individual to US authorities in accordance with applicable laws and agreements. The Ministry of Interior said the extradition reflects Qatar’s commitment to working with international partners to combat cross-border organised crime. It added that such cooperation supports global security efforts and strengthens the international justice system while following national legislation and legal frameworks.

2 days ago

A new era for places of worship: Qatar opens its first smart mosque

New mosque combines smart technology with sustainability under Qatar’s 2030 vision Qatar has inaugurated its first smart mosque as part of the country’s efforts to modernise mosque infrastructure through advanced technology and sustainable design. Mohammed bin Hamad Al Kuwari, Assistant Undersecretary for Da’wah and Mosque Affairs at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, officially opened Qais bin Saad bin Ubadah Mosque in the Muaither area, stressing that it is the first smart mosque in the country. The mosque accommodates around 350 worshippers, including a main prayer hall for 300 men and a separate prayer area for 50 women. It also includes residences for the imam and muezzin, together with integrated service facilities. The complex has been built on a 4,015-square-metre site using a contemporary architectural design that reflects the country’s Islamic identity. The mosque incorporates a range of smart technologies aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing resource consumption. These include intelligent systems to manage electricity and water use, solar panels that generate clean energy to power lighting and air-conditioning, and a water recycling system that reuses ablution water for toilets and irrigating surrounding green spaces. Landscaped areas around the mosque have also been designed to help reduce carbon emissions and support the ministry’s environmental sustainability objectives. […]

3 days ago

Former Emir Of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Dies At 74

The former leader of Qatar, Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, passed away on Sunday, July 12. In a statement, the Amiri Diwan announced the historic Emir passed away on the morning of July 12, corresponding to 27 Muharram 1448 AH, at the age of 74. The late leader had served from 1995 until his historic abdication in 2013, when he handed the throne to his fourth son, the current Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

3 days ago

Qatar Halts Push To Ramp Up LNG Production After Hormuz Tanker Strikes

Less than a month after Reuters reported that QatarEnergy was ready to resume LNG production at its Ras Laffan LNG plant “very quickly” ‌and expected to reach within a month full output of facilities unaffected by Iranian strikes, this morning Bloomberg reports that Qatar is pausing efforts to rapidly revive production at the world’s largest LNG facility, after an attack on one of its tankers in the Strait of Hormuz raised fears that transit through the crucial waterway is still too risky. According to the report, QatarEnergy officials held a series of meetings following the attack on Tuesday, with CEO Saad Al-Kaabi deciding to cease plans to increase output at the Ras Laffan complex. Operations will be kept at a minimum for safety reasons and the number of vessels scheduled to dock at the plant in the coming days will be reduced/ The pause is one of the most high-profile fallouts to date of the heightened tensions this week with attacks on a number of ships near Hormuz and the US striking Iran for two consecutive days. President Trump on Wednesday even raised the prospect of a return to all-out war, a worst-case scenario for energy producers in the region who were gradually recovering from the […]

5 days ago

Iran Hits Back, Launching Missiles On Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar – Ignoring Trump’s Warning Of “Much Worse” Bombing

Nearing 5am Tehran time, and there are incoming reports of Iranian retaliation against Gulf states, which it seems is set to become a predictable pattern – after hours ago the US launched fresh airstrikes on Iranian island and coastal areas near the Hormuz Strait. According to developing reports via AFP and other sources: Reports (unconfirmed) also suggest that missiles are being fired on Qatar – which hasn’t happened in quite a while. Iran has reportedly launched ballistic missiles at the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, in a first since early March. Meanwhile, the view from Russia on two war theatres escalating once again, and at the same time… MoU is over. The new phase of the war begins. The escalation with Russia is going to grow. Following the earlier (threatened) strikes. President Trump has taken to his Truth Social account to explain to Iran what happens next: “This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran. If it happens again, it will get much worse!” His post also included the following image of an alleged explosion in Chabahar (though it is unclear if this is a current photo)… We suspect this will only serve to further […]

2 weeks ago

Qatar reports ‘positive progress’ in indirect US-Iran talks in Doha

DOHA — Indirect meetings between US and Iranian delegations in Doha have concluded with “positive progress” on issues related to a recent memorandum of understanding, host Qatar said on Wednesday. US and Iranian negotiators met separately on Wednesday with Qatari and Pakistani mediators. “Qatar and Pakistan mediators concluded separate meetings with the US and Iranian negotiators in Doha today, with positive progress made on issues related to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, building on the outcomes of the Lake Lucerne Summit,” Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari wrote on social media platform X. “The parties agreed to continue discussions over the coming period, with the next meeting to be scheduled at the earliest possible time following the funeral processions of the former Iranian Supreme Leader,” he added. Ali Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli strike Feb. 28. His funeral ceremony is scheduled to start on Friday. US Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, were in Qatar for talks seeking a permanent end to the war, along with Iran’s top negotiator, Kazem Gharibabadi. Negotiators aim to nail down specifics to pave the way for top leaders to seal an agreement, though differences over the Strait of […]

2 weeks ago

Viral low-pass plane video: Qatar Airways responds after Texas flight sparks debate

Airline says leased freighter in viral low pass was not under its operational control Qatar Airways has issued a clarification after a video showing a freighter aircraft in its livery performing a low-altitude pass over a Texas airfield went viral on social media. The airline said it is aware of the footage and stressed that the aircraft was not operated by Qatar Airways, and the flight was not conducted by its personnel. According to the airline, the aircraft was owned by a leasing company and was undergoing a pre-delivery test flight ahead of its planned entry into Qatar Airways Cargo operations. It confirmed that the pilots on board were not Qatar Airways crew and that the aircraft had not yet been delivered to the airline. The aircraft, a Boeing 777-200LRMF freighter, was reportedly in the final stages of preparation before delivery. It was flying as part of a test operation prior to entering commercial cargo service. The aircraft later continued its journey towards Fort Worth after diverting from its planned route, according to tracking data. The footage, recorded at Horseshoe Bay Resort Jet Center Airport in Central Texas, shows the freighter flying at low altitude before banking sharply and climbing […]

2 weeks ago

Qatar & The US Warn EU Of Gas Crunch Over Methane Regulation

Major LNG suppliers say the EU’s methane regulations are too burdensome to comply with and could lead to reduced gas supplies. The U.S. and Qatar contend that tracking methane emissions across complex gas supply chains is technically difficult or impossible. With nearly 60% of its LNG imports coming from the U.S., the EU risks straining relations with key suppliers as it pursues stricter climate policies. The United States and Qatar have once again warned the European Union against doubling down on climate policies seeking to penalize the LNG industry, saying that if it continues on this course, the EU will face a gas crunch and higher prices. “There is no viable path to compliance with the regulation”, the top energy officials of the U.S. and Qatar, Chris Wright and Saad al-Kaabi, wrote in a letter quoted by the Financial Times. “Because legal compliance remains paramount, exporters and importers alike are unwilling to enter into contractual agreements that knowingly violate EU law,” the U.S. energy secretary and the Qatari energy minister also wrote. “Significant supply and price impacts are a certainty.” The letter comes ahead of a meeting on Friday when the energy ministers of EU member states will discuss the policies of […]

3 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Bosnia and Herzegovina Beat Qatar 3-1 to Boost Knockout Hopes

Seattle: Bosnia and Herzegovina produced a composed and clinical performance to defeat Qatar 3-1 at Seattle Stadium, strengthening their chances of progressing to the knockout stage and eliminating Qatar from the tournament. With both teams level on one point in Group B, heading into the match, they needed a win to keep their hopes alive. Right from the start, Bosnia played with greater intensity and attacking quality to take control of the contest. The breakthrough arrived in the 29th minute when Kerim Alajbegovic produced a moment of brilliance, curling a powerful strike into the top corner after being set up by Ivan Basic. The 18-year-old’s effort gave Bosnia a lead and further boosted their momentum. Notably, Alajbegovic, aged 18 years and 276 days, has become the youngest player to score from outside the penalty area in a FIFA World Cup since detailed records began in 1966, according to OptaFranz’s X handle. He broke the previous record held by France’s Kylian Mbappe, who was 19 years and 207 days old when he achieved the feat at the 2018 World Cup. Alajbegovic also became the eighth-youngest goalscorer in the FIFA World Cup history. Five minutes later, Bosnia doubled their advantage. Sead Kolasinac […]

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