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Gulf on edge: Iran warns it will target US military bases if attacked
US personnel movements from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar underscores rising fears of direct US–Iran confrontation, according to Middle East expert Professor Mehran Kamrava, who says Tehran has explicitly warned Doha and Riyadh it would retaliate against American targets.
Qatar
Qatar confirms departures out of key US air base amid rising tensions
Qatar has confirmed “the departure of certain personnel from Al Udeid Air Base” due to current regional tensions, after reports that the US military is evacuating a part of its key base as Washington considers military action against Iran.
Qatar
Qatar offers to continue mediation efforts over Venezuela
Following successful mediations between Venezuela and the United States in the past, Qatar has expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela, calling for restraint, de-escalation and dialogue, while reaffirming its readiness to support mediation.
Cult
Doha becomes centre of FIFA football action over two months
In partnership with Media City
Doha has been buzzing with football over the past two months. The city hosted the U-17 World Cup, Arab Cup and Intercontinental Cup, drawing fans from across the region. Morocco’s thrilling 3-2 win over Jordan in the Arab Cup capped an exciting period of football.
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Doha Celebrates Franca Sozzani and Regional Fashion Talent
In partnership with Media City
Doha hosted the first Franca Fund Gala, honouring Franca Sozzani and raising over $4M for preventive genomics. Paired with M7’s Threads of Impact exhibition featuring 100 regional designers, the event spotlighted Qatar’s rise as a cultural and creative hub.
Focus
Doha Forum 2025: From Dialogue to Action
The 2025 Doha Forum gathered global leaders to confront the world’s toughest challenges, highlight Qatar’s growing mediation role, and unveil major development pledges. Under the theme “Justice in Action,” the focus was clear: turning dialogue into real, measurable progress.
Qatar in Motion
Securing water sustainability beneath the surface
In partnership with Media City
Water management in arid conditions and limited rainfall pose an inevitable challenge. But what if the solution lies beneath our feet? In this episode of Qatar in Motion, Laila Humairah goes to the depths of the earth to uncover how Qatar is creating a sustainable oasis for its green landscape.
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Doha Forum Youth Edition spotlights ‘Justice in Action’
In partnership with Media City
Celebrating its fifth year, the Doha Forum Youth Edition preludes under the theme, ‘Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress. More than 150 youth delegates debate and discuss topics including geopolitics, emerging technologies, cultural diplomacy and global security.
Qatar
Ukraine agreement 'only the beginning,' Schinas tells Euronews in Doha
Euronews sat with former VP of the European Commission Margaritis Schinas and the EU's Envoy for the Gulf Luigi Di Maio in the Qatari capital to discuss the war in Ukraine, EU competitiveness and cultivating new ties in the Gulf. The two were attending the Doha Forum.
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GSMA’s Mobile World Congress debuts at the MENA region
In partnership with Media City
GSMA’s Mobile World Congress debuts in Doha, Qatar. MWC25 Doha connects regional and international stakeholders across telecoms, government, enterprise, and investment sectors. How has the GCC has become a leading testbed for startups and innovation, powering up the next generation of connectivity?