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Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:25:54 +0000
Qatar’s FM, US Sec. Blinken discuss Russia’s ‘unprovoked’ military presence in Ukraine
Earlier reports stated that the Biden Administration has been in talks with Qatar to supply Europe with gas in the event of a Russian invasion in Ukraine. Qatar’s Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and his US counterpar...

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:43:41 +0000
Qatar introduces new passengers tax at its airports
The new mandatory passenger fees will be implemented starting 1st April and will include tax on security and air freight infrastructure. Passengers arriving, leaving, or transiting through Hamad International Airport will now have to pay extra servic...

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:51:53 +0000
Qatar sends 22 tonnes of aid to crises-laden Afghanistan
Doha’s financial contributions and assistance to Kabul were expected to reach $50 million last year. Aid provided by Qatar Charity has been delivered to Afghanistan on Sunday, to help the country amidst a worsening humanitarian crisis, exacerbated...

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:31:04 +0000
Doha prepares foil to host Fencing Grand Prix Qatar 2022
Qatar to embark on yet another sporting tournament, hosting the Fencing Grand Prix Foil where results will impact the international rankings of global stars. The Qatar Fencing Federation is due to launch the Fencing Grand Prix Qatar 2022 Foil, arrang...

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:41:35 +0000
Qatar opens new laboratory to process more PCR tests
More than 25,000 thousand people are being tested for Covid-19 daily, with significant delays to results and long appointment waiting lists. Qatar has opened a new and much-needed laboratory at Hamad General Hospital to increase testing capacity for...

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 11:19:29 +0000
Qatar in ‘urgent’ Arab League meeting on civilian attacks in the UAE
At least 70 people have been killed in a series of airstrikes by the Saudi-led coalition over the weekend, leading to an internet blackout across the country. Qatar took part in an “emergency” Council of the Arab League meeting in Cairo on Sunday...

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 10:42:23 +0000
Qatar in talks with the US on supplying Europe with gas as Russia, Ukraine tensions mount
More than 40% of Europe’s liquified natural gas (LNG) supply comes from Russia, and almost a third of the latter’s gas passes through Ukraine. US officials have reportedly been in talks with leading LNG supplier, Qatar, to provide Europe with gas...

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:57:58 +0000
QAYON calls for boycotts of Dubai conference over normalisation
The Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement groups across the Arab world are calling on doctors and medical associations to boycott Dubai-based conference hosting Israeli guests. The Qatar Youth Opposed to Normalisation (QAYON) are demandi...

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 09:40:31 +0000
Qatar to help thousands of Syrians following brutal blizzard
The brutal snowstorm in Syria— one of the worst in recent years— has left thousands of internally displaced Syrians with no shelter or a place to resemble home.  Tens of thousands of internally displaced Syrians (IDPs) will benefit from Qatar Ch...

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:19:25 +0000
Qatari officials mourn death of former QF president
The late educator was known for his remarkable achievements in local education. Qatar Foundation’s (QF) former president, Dr. Fathy Saoud, passed away on Saturday, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Doha’s education sector. Dr. Saoud was ...



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