Qatar | DD News

August 5, 2026 12:43 AM

Qatar says progress made toward US-Iran talks on ending war

Qatar said on Tuesday mediators were making progress in efforts to end the U.S.-Iran war, driving oil prices lower, although Tehran has denied President Donald Trump's assertion that talks are already under way. Benchmark Brent crude fell more than 4% after the comments from Qatar, extending Monday's steep losses on hopes that an arrangement could soon be reached to restore traffic through the blockaded Strait of Hormuz. But for now, the strait remained virtually shut, with another ship coming ...

July 13, 2026 10:25 AM

India declares one-day national mourning for Qatar’s former Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani

The Centre has declared one-day national mourning on July 13 as a mark of respect for Father Amir of State of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away on Sunday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on the day of mourning throughout India on all buildings where the National Flag is flown regularly and there will be no official entertainment on the day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences over the pass...

July 12, 2026 7:20 PM

PM Modi mourns demise of Qatar’s former Amir, calls him a ‘visionary leader’ and ‘true friend’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the demise of Qatar's former Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing him as a "visionary leader" who transformed Qatar and was seen as a "true friend" of India. Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 74, according to an announcement by the Amiri Diwan. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "We deeply mourn the passing of Father Amir of the State of Qatar, HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani....

July 6, 2026 10:10 AM

Jaishankar, Qatar PM discuss energy, trade and regional security in Doha

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar concluded his visit to Qatar on July 5, reaffirming the strategic partnership between India and Qatar through wide-ranging discussions on bilateral cooperation and regional developments. During the visit, Dr. Jaishankar held bilateral talks with Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The two leaders reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, with a focus on energy security, trade, in...

June 23, 2026 11:14 PM

PM Modi receives call from Qatar Amir, discusses welfare of Indian nationals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received a telephone call from the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, who expressed condolences over the loss of Indian lives in an accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar on June 21. The Qatari leader conveyed his sympathies to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the incident. Prime Minister Modi thanked the Amir for his message of support and appreciated the prompt medical assistance extended...

June 23, 2026 11:29 AM

12 Indian nationals killed in Qatar gas facility explosion; EAM Jaishankar expresses condolences

Twelve Indian nationals were killed in a devastating explosion at a gas processing facility in Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, one of the deadliest accidents in the global gas industry in more than two decades. Confirming the casualties, the Embassy of India in Doha said Qatari authorities had informed it that 12 Indian nationals lost their lives in the incident, which occurred on Sunday night. The embassy expressed condolences to the bereaved families and said efforts were underway to assi...

May 2, 2026 12:34 PM

US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has bypassed congressional review to approve military sales totaling over $8.6 billion to Middle Eastern allies Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. The State Department announcements on Friday came as the U.S. and Israel's war against Iran marked nine weeks since its start and more than three weeks since a fragile ceasefire came into effect. The State Department said U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio determined that an emergency...

April 28, 2026 3:36 PM

EXPLAINER-The Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does the Iran war threaten subsea cables?

Iran warned last week that submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz were a vulnerable point for the region's digital economy, raising concerns about potential attacks on critical infrastructure. The narrow waterway, already a chokepoint for global oil shipments, is equally vital for the digital world. Several fibre-optic cables snake across the seabed of the strait, connecting countries from India and Southeast Asia to Europe via the Gulf states and Egypt. WHAT MAKES UNDERSEA CABLES IMPORTANT?...

March 29, 2026 12:03 PM

Ukraine and Qatar sign defence cooperation agreement during Zelenskiy visit

Ukraine and Qatar have signed a defence cooperation agreement during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s visit to Doha, as both countries discussed regional tensions and ways to strengthen bilateral ties. Zelenskiy met Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani at Lusail Palace on Saturday, where the two leaders reviewed regional and international developments, including escalating tensions in the region and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Qatar’s Defence Ministry said the agreem...

March 25, 2026 2:41 PM

QatarEnergy declares force majeure after missile strikes

QatarEnergy has declared force majeure on several long-term liquefied natural gas supply contracts following Iranian missile strikes on key facilities at Ras Laffan Industrial City. The disruption is expected to affect buyers in South Korea, China, Italy and Belgium. Iranian missiles struck Ras Laffan on March 18 and 19, damaging two LNG production trains and a gas-to-liquids facility. The attacks triggered fires and knocked out about 17 % of Qatar’s LNG export capacity ,roughly 12.8 million ...