Mohamed Elashi

Focus

Twin towers and a cooled shopping street on show at Cityscape Qatar

In partnership with Media City

Plans on show at Cityscape Qatar in Doha included more than 600 apartments at Lusail Marina and a waterfront street designed for pedestrians. Developers and architects discussed how to keep building costs down and make it easier for residents to get around on foot in summer.

12 November 2026

Qatar

Qatar sees 'progress' in US-Iran talks after White House meeting

A day after Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani met Trump at the White House, a Qatari foreign ministry spokesman said both sides were making positive statements about a diplomatic solution but that “we cannot say how close or how far away an agreement is.”

10 November 2026

Focus

World Investment Forum looks at investment barriers and jobs

In partnership with Media City

Foreign investment remains concentrated in relatively few countries, while others struggle to attract funding. At the World Investment Forum in Doha, governments and businesses discussed how more economies could benefit and turn investment into jobs.

5 November 2026

Qatar

Qatar sees 'hope' for US-Iran deal as proposals exchanged in real time

Qatar said Tuesday it saw hope for an interim deal as mediators continue to exchange proposals, despite fresh US strikes and threats to shipping through Hormuz continue to complicate efforts to end the Iran war.

3 November 2026

Focus

Drones and robots on show at Milipol Qatar

In partnership with Media City

From a drone carrying traffic lights to a remotely operated robot, exhibitors at Milipol Qatar demonstrate equipment designed for emergency response, surveillance and work in dangerous places.

2 November 2026

Sport

PSG return to Qatar to defend Intercontinental Cup title in December

Continental champions will compete in Qatar this December as PSG seek a second successive Intercontinental Cup title. The final stages return for a third year, following earlier matches in Saudi Arabia and South Africa.

30 October 2026

Egypt

Egypt’s parliament approves military support to defend Saudi Arabia

Egypt has approved military help for Saudi Arabia if requested as Houthi attacks threaten the kingdom and Red Sea shipping. The vote comes as Saudi officials hold talks in Iran amid regional efforts to prevent a further escalation of the fighting.

27 October 2026

World News

Qatar urges Iran to 'show goodwill', stop threats and reopen Hormuz

Regional powers are seeking a way out of the Iran war as attacks threaten shipping and energy supplies. Qatar says mediation continues after a visit to Tehran, where Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have also held talks with Iranian leaders.

27 October 2026

Qatar

World Investment Forum examines fall in new business projects

Foreign investment is rising, but fewer new projects are being announced and funding remains concentrated in a few economies. At the World Investment Forum in Doha, officials and investors are discussing how more countries can benefit and create jobs.

26 October 2026

Qatar

Drones and AI on display as Milipol Qatar draws global security firms

Around 280 companies from 33 countries gathered at Milipol Qatar, displaying drones, robots and AI systems. Exhibitors discussed changing security needs, while officials examined how to protect essential services and respond to cyberattacks and emergencies.

23 October 2026

Qatar

France's Macron begins state visit to Qatar as part of wider Gulf tour

Qatar welcomed the French president with full state honours on his arrival in Doha as the two countries are strengthening their strategic ties. Facing protests at home, Macron is seeking energy deals with Gulf partners to help ease fuel prices in France, but also contributing to regional stability.

20 October 2026

Culture news

Ramses II statue fragments found on Egyptian farmer’s land

A farmer’s discovery has led to the remains of two colossal royal statues and ancient inscriptions in Egypt’s Nile Delta. Archaeologists have identified one as Ramses II and are investigating how the finds fit into the area’s history.

20 October 2026

Qatar

Qatar plans new defence partnership and warns of energy crisis 'peak'

Qatar is preparing a new regional defence partnership while keeping channels open with Tehran, arguing that dialogue and economic ties offer a route to lasting peace. Doha also warned of an energy disruption “peak” with more difficulties on the horizon “in the coming days and months”.

19 October 2026

Cult

How gamers, cosplayers and artists find their crowd at Qatar’s Geekend

In partnership with Media City

From anime costumes to locally designed board games, Geekend brings Qatar’s pop-culture fans together, with artists selling their work and gamers meeting face to face.

16 October 2026

Business

IMF warns attacks on Saudi Arabia could hurt economies worldwide

Aramco's headquarters has been hit, flights are suspended and oil prices are rising. The IMF warns that the economic fallout from attacks on Saudi Arabia could be felt worldwide.

15 October 2026

Saudi Arabia

Ronaldo waves Saudi scarf after missile alert delays Riyadh match

Cristiano Ronaldo and other footballers have shown support for Saudi Arabia as deadly Houthi attacks disrupt life in Riyadh, forcing its airport to close and delaying an Asian Champions League match amid renewed fighting in Yemen.

13 October 2026

Qatar

New strategies will make Qatar emerge stronger, emir says

Qatar's emir outlined in a speech to the nation how the Gulf nation has managed to overcome the consequences of the Iran war and will emerge stronger and better equipped to adapt to global changes by diversifying its economy and focusing on non-carbon industries in addition to existing LNG exports.

13 October 2026

Saudi Arabia

UAE urges Gulf defence cooperation after Riyadh airport attacks

Deadly attacks on Riyadh’s airport have brought fresh calls for joint Gulf defence, as Qatar warned the wider conflict was damaging global energy supplies.

12 October 2026

Saudi Arabia

Houthis claim Riyadh further airport attacks as death toll rises to 13

The Houthis claimed responsibility for the weekend attacks on Riyadh airport. Saturday’s death toll rose to 13, while a further strike on Sunday killed one person. Flights remain suspended as Trump weighs US involvement.

11 October 2026

Business

QatarEnergy eyes LNG production in early 2027 amid $3bn loan reports

QatarEnergy is advancing its LNG expansion and has reportedly secured a $3 billion (€2.68bn) loan from Chinese banks as war damage and shipping risks constrain exports. Shipments through Hormuz are recovering, but remain far below pre-war levels.

9 October 2026