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May 26, 2026 12:25 PM

US strikes Iran as Doha peace talks hang in balance

US forces have carried out what Washington is calling "self-defence strikes" in southern Iran, even as top Iranian negotiators sit down in Doha in a bid to end the war between the two countries. US Central Command spokesman Captain Tim Hawkins confirmed the strikes on Monday, saying they targeted missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to lay mines near Bandar Abbas - home to Iran's main naval base. "US Central Command continues to defend our forces while using restraint during the ong...

March 17, 2026 1:39 PM

West Asia Conflict Escalates as Drone and Missile Strikes Hit Baghdad and Doha

West Asia witnessed a sharp escalation early Tuesday as coordinated aerial attacks struck the Iraqi capital Baghdad and Qatar’s capital Doha, signalling a widening regional conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. In Baghdad, the U.S. Embassy inside the heavily fortified Green Zone came under a fresh barrage of drones and rockets, marking the second such attack in three days. Iraqi authorities reported multiple interceptions by air defence systems, though at least one projectile ...

March 3, 2026 8:22 PM

India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, conveying that India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar and strongly condemns any violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. During their conversation, the two leaders emphasised the urgent need to restore peace and stability in the region through dialogue and diplomacy. "Spoke with my brother, H.H. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar. We stand firmly in solida...

November 5, 2025 11:37 AM

Under PM Modi’s leadership, India is uniting economic progress with social development: Mansukh Mandaviya

Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, on Tuesday highlighted India’s inclusive growth model at the inaugural plenary of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha. Addressing a High-Level Round Table on Strengthening the Three Pillars of Social Development, the Minister emphasized how India has successfully combined economic growth with social inclusion through digital innovation and financial empowerment. “India has de...

October 6, 2025 10:32 PM

Piyush Goyal Launches UPI in Doha, Strengthening India-Qatar Economic Ties

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal launched India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) at the Lulu Mall in Doha, marking a new milestone in digital and financial cooperation between India and Qatar. The launch symbolises growing trust across borders and aims to enhance ease of transactions for citizens and businesses in both nations. Expressing his delight at the occasion, Goyal said, “I’m very delighted at the opportunity to launch UPI and UPI transactions. It is not just...

September 17, 2025 9:55 AM

Rubio Warns Time Running Out for Gaza Deal as Regional Tensions Escalate

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha on Tuesday, urging continued mediation efforts as Israel intensified bombardments of Gaza City. The high-stakes diplomatic visit comes amid escalating regional tensions following Israel's strikes against Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital last week, which drew widespread international condemnation. Rubio's arrival in Doha occurred just one day after Gulf states pledged to activate a joint defence pact ...

September 15, 2025 10:25 AM

Arab-Islamic summit to warn Israeli attacks threaten normalisation of ties, draft resolution shows

Leaders of Arab and Islamic states will warn that Israel's attack on Qatar and other "hostile acts" threaten coexistence and efforts to normalise ties in the region, according to a draft resolution to be put before an Arab-Islamic summit on Monday. The summit is being convened in Doha in a show of support for Qatar in the wake of the Israeli attack targeting leaders of the Palestinian militant group Hamas who reside in the Gulf state. The September 9 attack, which Hamas says killed five of its...

September 12, 2025 9:51 AM

Qatar PM to meet top US officials on Friday after Israeli attack in Doha

Qatar's prime minister will meet top U.S. officials on Friday and is expected to discuss an Israeli attack in Qatar and the status of talks for a ceasefire in Gaza, which has been under a mounting Israeli assault. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani will meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House in Washington, the State Department said late on Thursday. Politico and Axios reported the prime minister was also expected to meet President Donald Trump, ...

September 10, 2025 9:19 PM

Prime Minister Modi speaks with Amir of Qatar, expresses concern over attacks in Doha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation today with Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar. Prime Minister Modi conveyed deep concern over the recent attacks in Doha and condemned the violation of Qatar’s sovereignty. He appreciated Qatar’s role in promoting regional peace and stability, including its mediation efforts in Gaza aimed at securing a ceasefire and the release of hostages. The Prime Minister reiterated India’s support for resolving all i...

September 9, 2025 9:09 PM

Israeli Airstrike in Doha Targets Hamas Officials, Qatar Condemns Attack

Multiple explosions shook Doha on September 9, in what Israel confirmed was a targeted airstrike against senior Hamas leaders. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet security agency acknowledged responsibility, marking the first known Israeli military action on Qatari soil. Eyewitnesses reported loud blasts and plumes of smoke rising from central Doha, near what appeared to be a compound housing Hamas officials. Videos on social media showed streaks in the sky resembling missile strik...