Australia has revealed that around 115,000 of its citizens and permanent residents are currently stuck in the Middle East, unable to leave due to airspace closures triggered by recent conflict after US‑Israeli military action in response to attacks linked to Iran. Foreign Minister Penny Wong told reporters the government is closely monitoring the situation and […]
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Qatar has issued a stark warning over rising tensions between the United States and Iran, emphasizing that any military escalation could have devastating consequences for the Middle East. The caution came after Washington hinted at potential strikes in response to Iran’s recent crackdown on nationwide protests. “We understand that any escalation… would have catastrophic results […]
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In a significant move reflecting deepening military ties, U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Friday that Qatar will be permitted to construct a dedicated air force facility at the Mountain Home Air Base in Idaho. The site will host Qatari F-15 fighter jets and pilots, strengthening joint training and defense cooperation between the two […]
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During a high-profile White House meeting on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended a formal apology to Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani for a recent Israeli strike targeting Hamas officials in Qatar—a move that had sparked widespread criticism, including from the United States. The visit also marked the release of […]
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WASHINGTON, Sept 13 — As the dust continues to rise from growing unrest in the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump’s top diplomat, Marco Rubio, is heading to Israel this weekend, a high-stakes visit amidst heightened tensions with America’s regional allies. Rubio’s trip follows Israel’s controversial airstrike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar and a renewed […]
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CAIRO, Aug 13 — Egypt announced Tuesday that it is actively collaborating with Qatar and the United States to negotiate a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, marking a renewed effort to bring a halt to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Since the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas, which reignited hostilities in the region, Egypt, Qatar, and […]
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NEW YORK, July 30 — In a powerful and unified voice, some of the Arab world’s most influential countries — including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt — have stepped forward alongside a coalition of global partners to call for an end to Hamas rule in Gaza. Their message is clear: the pathway to peace must […]
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