All articles tagged with #qatar
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Al Jazeera
The 2025 FIFA Intercontinental Cup final features PSG and Flamengo competing on December 17 in Doha, Qatar, with PSG having a bye as UEFA champions and Flamengo qualifying through their South American titles. The match is held at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, with tickets available and the game broadcast on FIFA+ and DAZN.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Ynetnews
Hamas leaders in Qatar mourned Abdallah Hamad, a Hamas operative killed by the IDF in Rafah, amid reports of recent Israeli strikes on Hamas tunnels and leadership, highlighting ongoing conflict and Hamas' unity demonstration.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Qatar has called for the continuation of the Gaza ceasefire deal, emphasizing the importance of returning all hostages, including the remaining two deceased hostages, to Israel. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum criticized Qatar's stance, insisting that progress depends on the return of all hostages, while Qatar argues that delays in retrieving remains should not hinder the deal's implementation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Financial Times
The article reports that former President Trump faced a diplomatic choice between supporting Israel or Qatar and ultimately chose Qatar, highlighting a significant decision in Middle Eastern diplomacy.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff expressed feeling betrayed by Israel's airstrikes on Qatar during peace negotiations with Hamas, which disrupted the process by cutting off Qatar's connection to Hamas. The strikes, which targeted Hamas leaders in Doha, were seen as a setback to the negotiations, ultimately leading to a deal where Hamas released hostages and Israel withdrew forces. The full story will air on '60 Minutes'.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The U.S. is allowing Qatar to establish a training facility for its air force at Mountain Home Airbase in Idaho, which has sparked criticism from MAGA supporters who fear it signifies a foreign military presence on U.S. soil. Officials clarified that Qatar will not have its own base, but the controversy highlights ongoing tensions over foreign military collaborations and Qatar's relationship with the U.S.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Three Qatari diplomats were killed and two injured in a car accident en route to Sharm el-Sheikh for a summit on the Gaza ceasefire, which involves Qatar, Egypt, the U.S., and other world leaders.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Fortune
The U.S. has reached an agreement with Qatar to build training and maintenance facilities at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho for Qatari troops operating F-15QA jets, which has sparked controversy among some political figures. The facility is part of longstanding international training programs, with security and operations managed by the U.S. Air Force, and aims to enhance military cooperation and readiness between the two countries.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
Qatar is establishing an air force training facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, which will remain under U.S. jurisdiction, as part of a defense cooperation agreement signed by U.S. and Qatari officials.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Intercept
The article explores how Trump's close ties with Qatar and financial interests in the Middle East may have influenced his push for a Gaza ceasefire, especially after Israel's attack on Doha and subsequent regional pressures, highlighting the intertwining of geopolitics, business, and personal profit in U.S. Middle East policy.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
Qatar plans to build a training facility at Idaho's Mountain Home Air Force Base to host its F-15 pilots and enhance military cooperation with the U.S., reflecting a deepening partnership and strategic military collaboration.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
The U.S. is planning to build a training facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho for Qatari F-15 pilots, aimed at enhancing interoperability and defense cooperation, despite some political criticism and concerns about foreign military presence on U.S. soil.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
The U.S. is building a training and maintenance facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho for Qatari troops to operate F-15QA jets, a move that has sparked political controversy but is part of longstanding international military cooperation. The base, home to the 366th Fighter Wing, will continue to be secured by U.S. personnel, and the project aims to enhance joint operational readiness between the U.S. and Qatar.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
Qatar will build a new air force facility within the U.S. Mountain Home Airbase in Idaho to train pilots and host F-15 jets, signaling a deepening defense partnership with the U.S. while not establishing a separate military base. The project, which involves constructing a dedicated facility on U.S. soil, aims to enhance pilot training and interoperability, with Qatar making a 10-year commitment and creating jobs in the process.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
The US has announced that Qatar will build an Air Force facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho to host Qatari F-15 fighter jets and pilots for joint training, strengthening military cooperation between the two countries.