The Latest Breaking News from Qatar

Qatar in talks over hosting 2036 Olympics and Paralympics

The Middle East nation hosted the men’s Fifa World Cup in 2022

The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2025

DR Congo and M23 rebels say they will sign peace deal mid-August

The Democratic Republic of the Congo and the M23 rebel group have committed to signing a peace agreement by 18 August, as announced during a ceremony held in Doha on Saturday. While this development indicates progress, several key issues remain unresolved and subject to further negotiation. Analysts are now assessing…

Radio France Internationale · Jul 22, 2025

The go-between: how Qatar became the global capital of diplomacy

The long read: The tiny, astonishingly wealthy country has become a major player on the world stage, trying to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. What’s driving this project?

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2025

Germany deports 81 Afghan nationals under tougher migration policy

Coordinated with Qatar, the flight departed on Friday as Berlin toughens migration policy. Officials said all deportees had criminal records and were required by law to leave.

Euronews · Jul 18, 2025

Syria to deploy forces as more Bedouin-Druze clashes erupt in Suwayda

Authorities working to resolve conflict in the south through political and security measures, Syria’s presidency says.

Al Jazeera · Jul 18, 2025

Afghan Allies Under Pressure to Self-Deport: Voices from Camp As Sayliyah

"We have no criticism of the U.S. government—on the contrary, we are truly thankful. However, we are deeply afraid of the possibility of being returned to Afghanistan."

Reason · Jul 17, 2025

Depleted Hamas focuses on desperate new aim: capturing an Israeli soldier

Militant group has become adept at exploiting successful attacks – and now needs all the leverage it can get for talks

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12, 2025

Satellite photos suggest Iran attack on Qatar air base hit geodesic dome used for US communications

An Iranian attack on an air base in Qatar key to the U.S. military likely hit a geodesic dome housing equipment used by the Americans for secure communications

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2025

Qatar dashes hopes of rapid Gaza ceasefire, saying talks ‘will need time’

Comments suggest obstacle to Trump’s wish to announce deal during Netanyahu’s Washington visit

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025

Netanyahu, Trump discuss forced transfer of Palestinians out of Gaza

Both tout controversial proposal to push Palestinians, who are being bombed and displaced by Israel, to other countries.

Al Jazeera · Jul 8, 2025