Qatar

Country Qatar
Capital Doha
Continent Asia
Currency Riyal(QAR)
Languages Arabic

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Ruled by the al-Thani family since the mid-1800s, Qatar transformed itself from a poor British protectorate noted mainly for pearling into an independent state with significant oil and natural gas revenues. During the late 1980s and early 1990s, the Qatari economy was crippled by a continuous siphoning off of petroleum revenues by the Amir, who had ruled the country since 1972. His son, the current Amir HAMAD bin Khalifa al-Thani, overthrew him in a bloodless coup in 1995. In 2001, Qatar resolved its longstanding border disputes with both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. As of 2007, oil and natural gas revenues had enabled Qatar to attain the second-highest per capita income in the world.

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Arab leaders deliver tough talk but not much action on Israel during Qatar summit - CNNArab leaders deliver tough talk but not much action on Israel during Qatar summit  CNN

As Israel struck Qatar, South Africans saw echo of last decade of apartheid - Al JazeeraAs Israel struck Qatar, South Africans saw echo of last decade of apartheid  Al Jazeera

GCC to activate defence mechanism; Doha summit slams Israel’s Qatar attack - Al Jazeera
  1. GCC to activate defence mechanism; Doha summit slams Israel’s Qatar attack  Al Jazeera
  2. A Widening Gulf Between Israel and Qatar  orfonline.org
  3. Israel's Netanyahu Says Qatar Funds Hamas, Strike "Justified"  NDTV


Who Will Qatar Face Next in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers? Schedule, Date, Time, Where to Watch, and More - Times of IndiaWho Will Qatar Face Next in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers? Schedule, Date, Time, Where to Watch, and More  Times of India

Netanyahu reaffirms U.S. alliance as Rubio visits Jerusalem after Qatar strikes - NBC NewsNetanyahu reaffirms U.S. alliance as Rubio visits Jerusalem after Qatar strikes  NBC News

Qatar Summit: Pakistan pushes for Islamic Nato. What's in it for India? - India TodayQatar Summit: Pakistan pushes for Islamic Nato. What's in it for India?  India Today

Upgrades Begin on Plane Donated by Qatar to Serve as Air Force One - The New York TimesUpgrades Begin on Plane Donated by Qatar to Serve as Air Force One  The New York Times

Echoes Of 1967 War: Will Israel’s Qatar Airstrikes Finally Forge An Arab Military Bloc? Can They Match The Israeli Might? - EurAsian TimesEchoes Of 1967 War: Will Israel’s Qatar Airstrikes Finally Forge An Arab Military Bloc? Can They Match The Israeli Might?  EurAsian Times

Qatar conquered Western world, ex-Mossad division head says - The Jerusalem PostQatar conquered Western world, ex-Mossad division head says  The Jerusalem Post

FIVB Men's World Championship 2025: Qatar vs. Romania - XinhuaFIVB Men's World Championship 2025: Qatar vs. Romania  Xinhua

Qatar PM urges world to reject ‘double standards’ and punish Israel - The HinduQatar PM urges world to reject ‘double standards’ and punish Israel  The Hindu

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Meets Qatar Emir Amid Escalating Gaza Crisis - NewsonairU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Meets Qatar Emir Amid Escalating Gaza Crisis  Newsonair

Qatar say goodbye to Men's Volleyball World Championship with their first-ever victory - Volleyball WorldQatar say goodbye to Men's Volleyball World Championship with their first-ever victory  Volleyball World

Gulf leaders call on Trump to rein in Israel after Qatar emergency summit - The GuardianGulf leaders call on Trump to rein in Israel after Qatar emergency summit  The Guardian

Qatar - INSIGHTS IASQatar  INSIGHTS IAS

Arab-Islamic summit in Qatar: Here's a look at 57 members of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesArab-Islamic summit in Qatar: Here's a look at 57 members of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Qatar hosts Arab-Islamic emergency summit over Israeli strike on Doha - BBCQatar hosts Arab-Islamic emergency summit over Israeli strike on Doha  BBC

At UNHRC, India condemns violation of Qatar’s sovereignty - The HinduAt UNHRC, India condemns violation of Qatar’s sovereignty  The Hindu

Israel attacks Qatar: What’s next? - Al JazeeraIsrael attacks Qatar: What’s next?  Al Jazeera

Poland's dominant win over Qatar locks in Pool B standings at Men's Volleyball World Championship - Volleyball WorldPoland's dominant win over Qatar locks in Pool B standings at Men's Volleyball World Championship  Volleyball World

'Very careful': Donald Trump cautions Israel over actions in ‘key ally’ Qatar; calls for action on Hamas - Times of India'Very careful': Donald Trump cautions Israel over actions in ‘key ally’ Qatar; calls for action on Hamas  Times of India

Qatar’s emir visits Jordan to discuss cooperation after Israel attack - Al JazeeraQatar’s emir visits Jordan to discuss cooperation after Israel attack  Al Jazeera

Qatar hosts Arab-Islamic emergency summit: Who said what? - Al JazeeraQatar hosts Arab-Islamic emergency summit: Who said what?  Al Jazeera

Updates: Qatar hosts Muslim leaders summit; more Israeli Gaza City attacks - Al JazeeraUpdates: Qatar hosts Muslim leaders summit; more Israeli Gaza City attacks  Al Jazeera

Qatar PM blasts Israel, appreciates Arab, Islamic support ahead of summit - Al JazeeraQatar PM blasts Israel, appreciates Arab, Islamic support ahead of summit  Al Jazeera

Arab-Islamic summit: Qatar’s emir vows to ‘confront Israeli aggression’ - Al JazeeraArab-Islamic summit: Qatar’s emir vows to ‘confront Israeli aggression’  Al Jazeera

Trump’s retreat from Nato was priced in. But his humiliation of Qatar and India spells total chaos | Nesrine Malik - The GuardianTrump’s retreat from Nato was priced in. But his humiliation of Qatar and India spells total chaos | Nesrine Malik  The Guardian

Rubio in Qatar after warning of ‘short window’ to secure Gaza ceasefire - Al JazeeraRubio in Qatar after warning of ‘short window’ to secure Gaza ceasefire  Al Jazeera

Striking Hamas in Qatar: "Unwilling or Unable”? - Just SecurityStriking Hamas in Qatar: "Unwilling or Unable”?  Just Security

Updates: Islamic states declare Qatar ‘solidarity’, Israel kills 51 in Gaza - Al JazeeraUpdates: Islamic states declare Qatar ‘solidarity’, Israel kills 51 in Gaza  Al Jazeera

Qatar calls for ‘concrete steps’ against Israel after missile strikes - Financial TimesQatar calls for ‘concrete steps’ against Israel after missile strikes  Financial Times

Push for Arab-Islamic Nato in meeting attended by Pak, Turkey - India TodayPush for Arab-Islamic Nato in meeting attended by Pak, Turkey  India Today

Qatar says it is pursuing legal action against Israel at ICC - The Jerusalem PostQatar says it is pursuing legal action against Israel at ICC  The Jerusalem Post

PRESSR: Qatar Development Bank concludes seventh edition of 2025 Investment Forum - TradingViewPRESSR: Qatar Development Bank concludes seventh edition of 2025 Investment Forum  TradingView

Qatar Cuts Key Interest Rates Following US Fed Move - TradingViewQatar Cuts Key Interest Rates Following US Fed Move  TradingView

Leaders gather for Arab-Islamic summit in Qatar after Israel’s Doha attack - Al JazeeraLeaders gather for Arab-Islamic summit in Qatar after Israel’s Doha attack  Al Jazeera

UN Security Council members condemn Israel over deadly strike on Qatar - Al JazeeraUN Security Council members condemn Israel over deadly strike on Qatar  Al Jazeera

Monday briefing: Israel’s bombing of Qatar threatens the fabric of Gulf security - The GuardianMonday briefing: Israel’s bombing of Qatar threatens the fabric of Gulf security  The Guardian

India condemns violation of Qatar's sovereignty: PM Modi - The HinduIndia condemns violation of Qatar's sovereignty: PM Modi  The Hindu

Qatar cuts key interest rates by 25 bps, central bank says - TradingViewQatar cuts key interest rates by 25 bps, central bank says  TradingView

'Deeply concerned': India at UN condemns Israeli strikes in Qatar; urges dialogue - Times of India'Deeply concerned': India at UN condemns Israeli strikes in Qatar; urges dialogue  Times of India

Attacking Qatar shows Israel doesn’t want a Gaza ceasefire - Al JazeeraAttacking Qatar shows Israel doesn’t want a Gaza ceasefire  Al Jazeera

Qatar says it's 'focused on protecting our sovereignty,' suggesting Gaza mediation 'secondary' - The Times of IsraelQatar says it's 'focused on protecting our sovereignty,' suggesting Gaza mediation 'secondary'  The Times of Israel

Qatar Calls For Comprehensive Defence Agreement With U.S. After Israeli Attack On Doha - Times of IndiaQatar Calls For Comprehensive Defence Agreement With U.S. After Israeli Attack On Doha  Times of India

Dukhan 2 GW Solar Project to Push Qatar Toward 2030 Renewable Energy Targets - SolarQuarterDukhan 2 GW Solar Project to Push Qatar Toward 2030 Renewable Energy Targets  SolarQuarter

Qatar holds funeral for victims of Israeli attack amid regional solidarity - Al JazeeraQatar holds funeral for victims of Israeli attack amid regional solidarity  Al Jazeera

Netanyahu says Qatar funds Hamas, strike 'justified' - The New ArabNetanyahu says Qatar funds Hamas, strike 'justified'  The New Arab

Pakistan Pitches 'Islamic NATO' At Qatar Summit After Israel Strikes Hamas| A Dream Or Delusion? - Times NowPakistan Pitches 'Islamic NATO' At Qatar Summit After Israel Strikes Hamas| A Dream Or Delusion?  Times Now

Qatar’s QIA Takes $500 Million Stake in Copper Miner Ivanhoe - BloombergQatar’s QIA Takes $500 Million Stake in Copper Miner Ivanhoe  Bloomberg

'Qatar funds Hamas': Netanyahu says strikes on Hamas officials in Qatar are 'entirely justified' - WION'Qatar funds Hamas': Netanyahu says strikes on Hamas officials in Qatar are 'entirely justified'  WION

Israel vs everyone: An Islamic Nato - Just a dream, or a future force? - Times of IndiaIsrael vs everyone: An Islamic Nato - Just a dream, or a future force?  Times of India

Netanyahu refuses to rule out further strikes on Hamas leaders - BBCNetanyahu refuses to rule out further strikes on Hamas leaders  BBC

Summit leads to little action after Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha - AP NewsSummit leads to little action after Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha  AP News

India Again Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar, Calls for Restraint at UN Rights Council - The Wire IndiaIndia Again Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar, Calls for Restraint at UN Rights Council  The Wire India

Siddique rape case bail: Court clears UAE, Qatar travel; 'Hridayapoorvam' actor to return passport later - Times of IndiaSiddique rape case bail: Court clears UAE, Qatar travel; 'Hridayapoorvam' actor to return passport later  Times of India

Blame game erupts over Qatar plot as Banque Havilland challenges UK watchdog - Financial TimesBlame game erupts over Qatar plot as Banque Havilland challenges UK watchdog  Financial Times

Updates: Israel ‘burning the ground’ in Gaza City assault, thousands flee - Al JazeeraUpdates: Israel ‘burning the ground’ in Gaza City assault, thousands flee  Al Jazeera

QatarEnergy, Samsung C&T ink EPC contract for 2GW solar PV project in Qatar - PV TechQatarEnergy, Samsung C&T ink EPC contract for 2GW solar PV project in Qatar  PV Tech

US joins UN Security Council condemnation of Israeli strikes on Qatar - BBCUS joins UN Security Council condemnation of Israeli strikes on Qatar  BBC

Explosions in Doha: Targeted Hamas leaders, says Israeli military; Qatar condemns ‘cowardly’ attack - The HinduExplosions in Doha: Targeted Hamas leaders, says Israeli military; Qatar condemns ‘cowardly’ attack  The Hindu

Angered by Israel’s Attack in Qatar, Arab Leaders Meet to Weigh Response - The New York TimesAngered by Israel’s Attack in Qatar, Arab Leaders Meet to Weigh Response  The New York Times

King Abdullah of Jordan receives Sheikh Tamim, Emir of Qatar in Amman - thenationalnews.comKing Abdullah of Jordan receives Sheikh Tamim, Emir of Qatar in Amman  thenationalnews.com

Gulf states unite to respond to Israel’s attack on Qatar, but find few options - CNNGulf states unite to respond to Israel’s attack on Qatar, but find few options  CNN

Israel fired ballistic missiles from Red Sea in 'over the horizon' attack on Qatar — US officials - trtworld.comIsrael fired ballistic missiles from Red Sea in 'over the horizon' attack on Qatar — US officials  trtworld.com

Rubio in Israel for talks to limit diplomatic damage over Qatar strikes - The GuardianRubio in Israel for talks to limit diplomatic damage over Qatar strikes  The Guardian

Qatar sovereign fund invests $500mn in Canada’s Ivanhoe Mines - Financial TimesQatar sovereign fund invests $500mn in Canada’s Ivanhoe Mines  Financial Times

Explore Affordable Vacations in Indonesia, Laos, Madagascar, and Qatar with Visa on Arrival for Indians - Travel And Tour WorldExplore Affordable Vacations in Indonesia, Laos, Madagascar, and Qatar with Visa on Arrival for Indians  Travel And Tour World

Israel's Qatar attack was a costly failure - AxiosIsrael's Qatar attack was a costly failure  Axios

Qatar denies White House claim Trump sent warning before Israel’s attack - Al JazeeraQatar denies White House claim Trump sent warning before Israel’s attack  Al Jazeera

After Rubio talks, Qatar says Netanyahu chose not to follow the road to peace - The Times of IsraelAfter Rubio talks, Qatar says Netanyahu chose not to follow the road to peace  The Times of Israel

Senior Hamas official seen in public for first time since surviving Israeli strike in Qatar - The Times of IsraelSenior Hamas official seen in public for first time since surviving Israeli strike in Qatar  The Times of Israel

Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar shatters Gulf’s faith in US protection - The GuardianIsrael’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar shatters Gulf’s faith in US protection  The Guardian

MCA Qatar celebrates Monthi Fest with traditional fervour - DaijiworldMCA Qatar celebrates Monthi Fest with traditional fervour  Daijiworld

'Unequivocally condemn the violation': India slams Israel's attack on Qatar, urges restraint and diplomacy - The Economic Times'Unequivocally condemn the violation': India slams Israel's attack on Qatar, urges restraint and diplomacy  The Economic Times

Qatar is part of the new axis of evil, Chikli charges: 'Morally, Israelis must not have ties with Qatar' - YnetnewsQatar is part of the new axis of evil, Chikli charges: 'Morally, Israelis must not have ties with Qatar'  Ynetnews

The Gulf states want Donald Trump to choose: them or Israel | World News - Hindustan TimesThe Gulf states want Donald Trump to choose: them or Israel | World News  Hindustan Times

Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, Qatar and More Countries Drive Jordan Tourism Success With Rapid Revenue Growth, Enhanced Infrastructure, and Expanded Global Marketing Initiatives - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, Qatar and More Countries Drive Jordan Tourism Success With Rapid Revenue Growth, Enhanced Infrastructure, and Expanded Global Marketing Initiatives  Travel And Tour World

Qatar PM meets Trump after Israel’s deadly strike on Doha - Al JazeeraQatar PM meets Trump after Israel’s deadly strike on Doha  Al Jazeera

Netanyahu defends Israeli strike in Qatar as 'justified' over Hamas ties - MoneycontrolNetanyahu defends Israeli strike in Qatar as 'justified' over Hamas ties  Moneycontrol

Rubio Says ‘Time Is Running Out’ for Gaza Deal - The New York TimesRubio Says ‘Time Is Running Out’ for Gaza Deal  The New York Times

Qatar, Saudi Arabia denounce Israel’s expanded ground offensive in Gaza City - Middle East MonitorQatar, Saudi Arabia denounce Israel’s expanded ground offensive in Gaza City  Middle East Monitor

Israel’s attack on Qatar has shaken the Gulf - Financial TimesIsrael’s attack on Qatar has shaken the Gulf  Financial Times

Israel Strikes Qatar's Doha In Op Summit Of Fire To Eliminate Hamas Leaders - NDTVIsrael Strikes Qatar's Doha In Op Summit Of Fire To Eliminate Hamas Leaders  NDTV

Netanyahu admits: "Israel is isolated." And accuses China and Qatar of propaganda in the West - EunewsNetanyahu admits: "Israel is isolated." And accuses China and Qatar of propaganda in the West  Eunews

"Message To All Of Middle East": Israeli Official's Big Warning Amid Qatar Strikes - NDTV"Message To All Of Middle East": Israeli Official's Big Warning Amid Qatar Strikes  NDTV

Qatar ... what next? - The Express TribuneQatar ... what next?  The Express Tribune

Updates: Israel kills 53 across Gaza, as UNSC condemns attack on Qatar - Al JazeeraUpdates: Israel kills 53 across Gaza, as UNSC condemns attack on Qatar  Al Jazeera

Arab Ministers Meet on Response to Israeli Attack in Qatar - The New York TimesArab Ministers Meet on Response to Israeli Attack in Qatar  The New York Times

Timeline of Israel’s operation to kill Hamas leaders in Qatar - CNNTimeline of Israel’s operation to kill Hamas leaders in Qatar  CNN

India Again Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar, Calls for Restraint at UN Rights Council - The Wire IndiaIndia Again Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar, Calls for Restraint at UN Rights Council  The Wire India

Ivanhoe Mines secures $500M investment from Qatar wealth fund - Mining.comIvanhoe Mines secures $500M investment from Qatar wealth fund  Mining.com

Qatar Invests $500 Million In Ivanhoe Mines For A Strategic Stake - FinimizeQatar Invests $500 Million In Ivanhoe Mines For A Strategic Stake  Finimize

Netanyahu’s gamble on striking Qatar may have failed, but he’s not backing down - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu’s gamble on striking Qatar may have failed, but he’s not backing down  The Times of Israel

US Air Force has begun modifying donated Qatar jet that could be new Air Force One - CNNUS Air Force has begun modifying donated Qatar jet that could be new Air Force One  CNN

US close to finalising defence deal with Qatar after Israel’s strike in Doha - ThePrintUS close to finalising defence deal with Qatar after Israel’s strike in Doha  ThePrint

Israel attacks Hamas leadership in Qatar: What we know - Al JazeeraIsrael attacks Hamas leadership in Qatar: What we know  Al Jazeera

Qatar slams Israeli large-scale ground offensive in Gaza - Siasat.comQatar slams Israeli large-scale ground offensive in Gaza  Siasat.com

Israeli intelligence agency balked at Netanyahu’s strike in Qatar - The Washington PostIsraeli intelligence agency balked at Netanyahu’s strike in Qatar  The Washington Post

Attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar? A moral imperative - JNS.orgAttack on Hamas leaders in Qatar? A moral imperative  JNS.org

‘Gulf region at risk’: Qatar seeks ‘collective response’ to Israeli attack - Al Jazeera‘Gulf region at risk’: Qatar seeks ‘collective response’ to Israeli attack  Al Jazeera