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Officials sought phone records of NYT journalists and their relatives in effort to unmask sources

A court document says President Donald Trump's administration sought New York Times journalists’ phone records and even those of some of their relatives in an attempt to unmask the confidential sources of reporters who wrote about Trump’s Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet

The Independent UK

Trump acknowledges that jet from Qatar lacks defensive systems of Air Force One

US president says $400m plane will be ‘maxed out’ with appropriate protections but doesn’t give further details

The Guardian - US

Trump’s Qatari jet will be taken out of service to be ‘maxed out’ after security concerns

President Donald Trump suggested that it would take ‘about a month’ to have the Qatari-gifted plane improved

The Independent UK

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Trump says Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8 will be taken out of service to be 'maxed out'

US President Donald Trump has said the Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar and now used for presidential travel will soon undergo upgrades to strengthen its capabilities, after questions emerged about its security features.

The Times of India

Trump says new Air Force One from Qatar will get 'maxed out' upgrades

In a recent announcement, President Trump shared that the Air Force One jet, a generous gift from Qatar, will soon undergo significant upgrades. The enhancements are crucial to improving the jet's missile-defense capabilities amidst security concerns. Expected to take roughly a month, a temporary jet will serve during this refurbishment…

The Economic Times

Photos of Lionel Messi at 6 World Cups from 2006 to today

Lionel Messi’s World Cup career has spanned six tournaments, from his debut as an 18-year-old in Germany in 2006 to his latest appearance in 2026. The Argentina captain scored his first World Cup goal in 2006, led his country to the final in 2014, and completed his quest for soccer’s…

The Independent UK

How many miles has Gianni Infantino flown at World Cup? Fifa boss’ flights in numbers

Fifa president Gianni Infantino got some serious air time over the course of the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

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Messi's Argentina face Spain's cool machine in World Cup final rich with personal twists

NEW YORK - Argentina and Spain were supposed to settle a score in Qatar earlier this year, in the Finalissima between the champions of South America and Europe, ‌before US-Israeli strikes on Iran forced the match to be cancelled.

Bangkok Post

Civilian infrastructure hit as US and Iran escalate attacks across the Middle East

The United States and Iran escalated their attacks across the Middle East on Friday, trading strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets as their battle over the Strait of Hormuz intensified. The US military struck bridges and collapsed a tower at a key Iranian port, while Tehran targeted US-allied nations…

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

China's Helium Ban Could Reshape the AI Supply Chain

China, Russia, and Qatar export curbs have triggered a global helium shortage critical to chip fabrication, pushing prices higher and boosting suppliers like Linde PLC.

MarketBeat

"I was looking out of my hotel room, seeing rockets fly past, the hotel would shake when they were getting blocked – that was scary, but it was fine other than that day" Michail Antonio on arriving to play in Qatar as Iranian missiles hit the state

The striker left West Ham after suffering a serious leg break in a car crash in December 2024

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The Independent UK

Missile alerts in UAE and Qatar amid new US strikes on Iran

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The Economic Times

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed

U.S. and Iranian forces exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults across the Gulf region. Iran stated it had again closed the vital Strait of Hormuz, impacting global shipping. The United States military launched retaliatory strikes against Iranian facilities on Sunday. This renewed violence casts further doubt on an interim U.S.-Iranian…

The Economic Times

Oil jumps 3% after US, Iran escalate strikes in Mideast

Oil prices climbed Monday as Iran expanded strikes on Gulf states. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose and Brent crude futures climbed. Tehran extended strikes on Qatar and the United Arab Emirates over the weekend. This cycle of attacks casts doubt on an interim U.S.-Iranian agreement. Market analysts suggest the…

International Business Times UK

Who Has a Higher Net Worth: The British or Qatari Royal Family?

The wealth gap between Britain's monarchy and Qatar's Al Thani family is highlighted following condolences from Buckingham Palace, revealing stark differences in funding and estimated wealth.

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The Times of India

Qatar declares 4 days of mourning, suspends public sector work over death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad

Qatar has declared four days of national mourning following the death of former Emir and Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at the age of 74.

The Economic Times

'Era of one-sided deals over': Iran Parl speaker Ghalibaf warns US after trade of strikes in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Parliament Speaker declared one-sided deals are over after US strikes. US forces conducted extensive strikes targeting Iranian military sites this week. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to destroy targets in Jordan in retaliation. Qatar and Jordan strongly condemned Iran's military actions and violations. These events follow Iran's announcement of…

The Economic Times

This Qatari royal bought an European villa for $395 million, bigger than Vatican City. The Sardinian estate features 126 rooms, remote-controlled erupting volcano, secret cave to hide from drones and more

Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani acquired Villa Certosa for €350 million which is Europe’s most ostentatious villa. This Sardinian estate boasts an artificial volcano and an underground sea cave. The property is larger than Vatican City and features many amenities like a remote-controlled erupting volcano, 126 rooms,…

The Guardian - UK

Trump claims strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic despite Iran earlier announcing closure – as it happened

Tehran reportedly attacks Gulf countries following fresh US strikes

The Times of India

Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani passes away at 74

Former Qatar Emir and Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74.

Benzinga

Gavin Newsom Calls Trump's Qatar Jet 'Air Fraud One,' Says He's 'the Most Corrupt President in American History'

Gov. Gavin Newsom accused President Donald Trump of corruption on Saturday, calling his Qatari-donated jet “Air Fraud One,” a day after the administration subpoenaed four The New York Times journalists over a report on the aircraft’s security gaps.

Euronews

Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74

Sheikh Hamad was known for having helped bring about huge economic, social, and cultural change in Qatar during his reign and helping establish the nation as a global player in diplomacy and investment.

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