The Latest Breaking News from Doha

Qatar Diamond League athletics meet postponed amid Middle East conflict concerns

The Diamond League meet in Doha had been due to take place in early May

The Independent UK · Apr 8

Iranian attacks continue in the Gulf, raising questions about ceasefire

Euronews journalists in Dubai and Doha are reporting new attacks across the Gulf, rattling the short-lived relief about the US-Iran ceasefire announcement.

Euronews · Apr 8

Safety first: how the Iran war is reshaping global tourism

Global instability did little to slow the growth of international tourism in 2025. According to the UN Tourism Data Dashboard, the total number of international travellers last year stood at over 1.5 billion, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. The question is no longer whether geopolitics makes us travel less, but how it…

The Conversation · Mar 30

Qatar PM after Gulf energy attacks: 'This war must be stopped immediately'

Qatar’s prime minister has called for an immediate end to the conflict after missile strikes hit energy facilities across the Gulf, including the country’s key Ras Laffan hub. Doha is demanding Iran halt the attacks, as gas prices surge and international pressure grows for de-escalation.

Euronews · Mar 19

Iran war forces couple into a desperate flight with their dog, but their real nightmare began on the road

A couple’s desperate flight from Doha with their dog, documented in a viral Instagram video, has stunned viewers with the sheer determination it took to keep their family together amidst regional conflict. Their journey, which involved navigating closed airspace and canceled flights, quickly became a testament to the bond between…

The Mary Sue · Mar 18

European airlines boost direct flights to Asia and Africa as passengers avoid Middle East

Travellers looking to avoid once-popular stopover hubs like Dubai and Doha are increasing demand for long-haul direct routes.

Euronews · Mar 17

Israel launches new strikes on Tehran and Lebanon as Iran hits back and fires on Gulf neighbors

Residents of Dubai and Doha, Qatar, awoke to the sound of explosions as air defenses worked to intercept new waves of incoming Iranian fire

The Independent UK · Mar 17

Dubai, Doha travel alert: Oman Air cancels flights to 9 cities until March 31 amid airspace disruptions due to Iran vs US-Israel war

Oman Air has extended flight suspensions to nine international destinations until March 31 due to ongoing Middle East airspace restrictions. The airline cited evolving security situations and flight safety as reasons for the cancellations, impacting major hubs like Dubai and Doha. Passengers are advised to check bookings as disruptions continue…

The Times of India · Mar 16

Emma Raducanu suffers another setback as she withdraws from Miami Open

The Briton had a virus in February, leading to early defeats in Doha and Dubai, and she is still without a permanent coach

The Guardian - UK · Mar 16

Qatar rejects Iran's denial of civilian targets as attacks continue

Qatar said no conflict mediation was under way as Iranian attacks continued, with almost all threats intercepted so far. Doha hailed Europe's defence support, calling for "important increase in our defence and security partnerships with Europe."

Euronews · Mar 16