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Fragrant fortunes: Doha's Teeb Al Hazm plans London debut as Gulf perfumes gain wider appeal

From oud and bukhoor to niche fragrance houses, the Teeb Al Hazm perfume exhibition reflects the Gulf's enduring love of scent as organisers prepare to take the concept to Europe.

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Qatar sees 'positive' signs in Iran-Oman talks on reopening Hormuz

Doha said Iran and Oman had reached the technical stage of negotiations and were finalising shipping route coordinates, but warned against delay as only six vessels transited Hormuz on Monday compared with 130-140 before the war.

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Travelling to Qatar? Here’s what you need to know when visiting the Gulf state

Planning a trip to Qatar? Here’s what the Gulf state has to offer European travellers, from visa-free entry and hidden cultural gems to Michelin-recognised places to eat.

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Qatar whistleblower arrested before testifying in 2022 World Cup human trafficking case

Ibhais, who spent three years in a Doha jail, is scheduled to testify as a witness in a US District Court deposition in two weeks

The Independent UK

'I thought he would never walk again': How Sreeshankar Murali overcame a career-threatening knee injury to win Commonwealth silver

Sreeshankar Murali achieved a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games after a severe knee injury. His father described the comeback as incredibly difficult, comparing it to simultaneous IIT and Civil Services preparation. Doctors initially feared he might never walk again following the patellar tendon tear. He underwent knee reconstruction surgery…

The Economic Times

Qatar says whole region engaged in stopping war escalation, but no direct talks yet

Qatar says US-Iran mediation is at an advanced stage, but no direct talks are expected at the moment, as Doha calls for the return to free navigation through Hormuz. Qatar urges pressure on Israel to fully implement the Gaza roadmap.

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Qatar launches exchange to expand its role in global diamond trade

The new exchange combines trading, certification, vaulting and customs in one regulated ecosystem, aiming to attract international diamond businesses to Doha.

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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani obituary

Emir of Qatar who implemented a written constitution, introduced democratic municipal elections, funded Al Jazeera and secured the World Cup for 2022

The Guardian - UK

Is Your Devotion Real? Hanuman Ji Gives the Answer

Many people pray every day, chant God's name, and visit temples regularly. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself one important question? Is your devotion actually changing you from within? True bhakti is not measured by the number of prayers you offer but by the transformation it brings to…

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Who is Khalil al-Hayya, Hamas’s new leader?

Hamas on Monday named Khalil al-Hayya, one of the founding members of the Palestinian militant group, as its new leader. Hayya is seen as a respected and pragmatic Hamas veteran “who doesn’t get carried away easily”. Last year, he survived an Israeli attack in Doha targeting the Hamas leadership which…

France 24

Qatar’s air defence intercepts fresh Iranian missile barrage over Doha

Iran has unleashed a new wave of attacks across the Gulf, targeting Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, following Tehran’s continuous threats of dragging the Gulf countries back into its escalating confrontation with the US over the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

More world leaders arrive in Doha to honour Qatar's former emir

European delegations continued to arrive in Qatar on the third day of national mourning, with France, Germany and Britain among those sending senior representatives, as Iran's foreign minister, the UAE president, Jordan's king and Palestinian president also paid their respects.

Euronews

World leaders gather in Doha to honour Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad

Leaders from Europe, Africa and Asia travelled to Doha to offer condolences to the royal family following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who served as Qatar's emir from 1995 until 2013.

Euronews

Iran attacks Gulf states to impose its Hormuz battle lines

Iran launched waves of attacks across the Gulf in response to US airstrikes the night before, signalling the Islamic Republic’s refreshed strike capabilities, while claiming sole control of the Strait of Hormuz. The Gulf states are once again on the frontlines of the growing US-Iran confrontation.

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The Economic Times

Booms heard in Doha as UAE air defences engage with Iranian missiles & drones

United Arab Emirates air defence systems are responding to incoming missiles and drones from Iran. Explosions were heard in Qatar's capital, Doha, as security alerts were issued. This escalation follows fresh United States strikes on Iranian targets. Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, warning of severe responses to any…

The Independent UK

This airline is now allowing passengers to use their faces as a boarding pass

The new technology could be expanded for passengers travelling with other airlines from Doha

Euronews

No passport needed: Use your face for a ‘fast pass’ in Qatar’s international airport

Hamad International Airport and Qatar Airways have launched a new biometric service that uses facial recognition for passengers to have a paperless departure in Doha.

The Economic Times

MEA considers emergency travel certificate to Indian origin lady stuck at Doha airport for 15 days

An Indian-origin woman is stranded at Doha airport for fifteen days without a valid passport. She holds a Turkish citizenship and a valid Qatar residence permit for entry. Turkish authorities confiscated her and her husband's passports after a property fraud investigation. The woman was then deported to Doha without her…

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The Times of India

'We did something nobody knew': Trump details secret US operations near Strait of Hormuz

President Trump revealed US forces have repeatedly destroyed Iran's radar systems, forcing Tehran to rebuild them multiple times. He detailed stealth operations along the coast and strikes in response to attacks on shipping. Meanwhile, indirect talks in Doha concluded without a major breakthrough, focusing on maritime traffic and unfreezing funds,…

The Economic Times

'Just about everything we need': Trump claims Iran has accepted nearly all US conditions

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran has accepted nearly all American demands in ongoing nuclear talks. He asserted that US military strikes have completely devastated Iran's armed forces and economy, leaving the nation in a severely weakened position while Washington maintains total control over the diplomatic negotiations.

The Times of India

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to skip father Ali Khamenei's funeral over security fears: Report

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, will skip his father's funeral due to Israeli threats, according to a representative. This follows a stark warning from Iran's Foreign Minister to the US, citing Israeli remarks about Mojtaba Khamenei being "marked for death." Diplomatic talks in Doha reported positive progress on a…

Latin Times

U.S., Iran Pause Peace Talks Until Mid-July as Hormuz, Lebanon Disputes Stall Progress

The United States and Iran have suspended indirect peace negotiations until mid-July after a new round of talks in Doha ended without a breakthrough on some of the most contentious issues left unresolved by the recent conflict, including the future of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's role in Lebanon.

Euronews

Iran renews Hormuz threats as Doha talks end with cautious progress

Tehran threatened a "forceful response" against vessels straying from its approved Hormuz routes, even as mediators said indirect US-Iran talks in Doha concluded with "positive progress". The next round of talks will wait until after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, which begins on Saturday.

The Independent UK

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Bangkok Post

US-Iran indirect talks to resume after Khamenei funeral

DOHA, Qatar - The next indirect US-Iran talks will come after the funeral for the late supreme leader of Iran, mediators said on Thursday, as diplomacy inches ahead on ending the Middle East war.

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