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The Latest Breaking News from Qatar

Possible Breakthrough Could Release US Detainees in Iran

While the Biden administration is showing great reservation when it comes to disclosing details on US dual nationals held hostage in Iranian prisons, reports indicate that Qatari mediation could conclude a deal for their release in exchange for $10 billion that Iran would get from funds frozen in South Korea,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Boeing lands huge airplane order from Qatar Airways

Boeing says it has landed a huge new order for planes from Middle Eastern carrier Qatar Airways

The Independent UK

US will designate Qatar as major non-NATO ally, Biden tells emir

During White House meeting with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim, Joe Biden calls Qatar a ‘good friend and reliable partner’.

Al Jazeera

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Risk of Ukraine energy shock poses fresh test for pragmatic Qatar emir

Qatar's crisis solving skills face a new diplomatic challenge on Monday when its emir meets President Joe Biden to examine a possible role for the Gulf state in cushioning the economic aftershocks from a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Reuters

Biden tells emir he will make Qatar major non-NATO ally

President Joe Biden promised Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, on Monday that he will soon designate Qatar as a major non-NATO ally, granting special status to a key friend in a turbulent region.

Reuters

Biden to meet Qatar leader as Europe energy crisis looms

President Joe Biden is preparing to host the ruling leader of Qatar at the White House as the West faces the prospect of a European energy crunch if Russia further invades Ukraine

The Independent UK

Canada Deals USMNT World Cup Qualifying Defeat

The U.S.'s road to Qatar hit a speed bump north of the border, with Canada scoring a famous 2–0 victory to take a big step toward its first World Cup since 1986.

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Qatar’s emir set for first White House meeting with Biden

Talks come as tensions with Russia put renewed focus on natural gas market and as US looks to next steps in Afghanistan.

Al Jazeera

South Korea to Face Syria with World Cup Berth in Sight

South Korea's World Cup qualification hopes remain in their own hands as they prepare to take on Syria in Dubai on Tuesday, knowing victory will secure their place in Qatar after celebrations were put on hold last week. Paulo Bento's side defeated Lebanon in Thursday's matches in Group A of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Peru boost World Cup qualifying hopes as late winner puts Colombia in trouble

Edison Flores’ 85th-minute strike puts Peru in pole position to finish fourth, while Iran booked their place in Qatar

The Guardian - UK

USMNT Pulls Within Range of More Immediate, Long-Shot World Cup Qualifying Scenario

It would take a series of things breaking the U.S.'s way, but there is a pathway to Qatar that could open as soon as next week.

Sports Illustrated

Qatar, Iran Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Developments

Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani held talks on Thursday with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amirabdollahian in Tehran, ahead of talks with President Ebrahim Raisi. Discussions tackled bilateral ties and political developments in the region. Amirabdollahian met with Qatar’s ruling emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Sheikh…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Antonee Robinson’s goal lifts USMNT over El Salvador in World Cup qualifier

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Antonee Robinson’s goal early in the second half Thursday lifted the U.S. to a 1-0 victory over El Salvador, moving the Americans a big step closer to returning to the World Cup this fall in Qatar.

Los Angeles Times

Antonee Robinson Fires USMNT to Vital World Cup Qualifying Win vs. El Salvador

Antonee Robinson's second-half goal was the difference for the U.S. against El Salvador in a 1–0 win that keeps the Americans on course for Qatar.

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England fans offered £150-a-night Qatar World Cup packages - aboard a cruise ship

JOHN CROSS COLUMN: Premier League referees have been off on a World Cup-related trip too, while the transfer window heads towards its conclusion and the big question... who is Harry Howe?

Radio France Internationale

Ukraine crisis: slow diplomacy and mutual threats as tensions rise

The Ukraine crisis is intensifying and diplomatic efforts to prevent an all-out conflict have been stepped up. Yesterday, a meeting in Paris on the ongoing hot war in eastern Ukraine yielded some results, but too few to diffuse tensions.

Al Jazeera

Qatar foreign minister holds talks in Iran before emir’s US visit

Mohammad bin Abdulrahman Al Thani meets Iranian counterpart days before Qatari emir due to meet US President Joe Biden.

The Guardian - US

Concacaf World Cup qualifiers: five things to look out for

Canada, Mexico and the US are frontrunners for a place at Qatar 2022. But there have been several important changes since the teams last played

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Reuters

Qatar's top envoy visits Iran as Tehran and Washington consider direct nuclear talks

Qatar's top diplomat visited Iran on Thursday, Iranian state media reported, days before Qatar's ruling emir holds talks in Washington at a crucial time for efforts by Tehran and major powers to revive a 2015 nuclear pact.

The Guardian - UK

Energy crisis: where could Europe’s gas come from if Russia cuts exports?

Threat of war with Ukraine has led to fears of gas shortages in Europe, but there are alternative supplies

Asharq Al-Awsat

Qatari FM to Visit Tehran on Thursday

Qatari Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani will visit Tehran on Thursday to meet with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amirabdollahian. On Tuesday, Al Thani held talks with Iran's Foreign Minister over the phone. According to Qatar’s official news agency QNA, the two diplomats reviewed bilateral relations and discussed ways of…

Los Angeles Times

USMNT prepares for scorching World Cup with qualifiers in frigid temperatures

COLUMBUS, Ohio — This year's World Cup will be one of the hottest in history, with the temperatures in Qatar expected to reach into the high 80s and the humidity regularly topping 70%.

The Guardian - UK

Qatar in talks to supply gas to Europe if Russia cuts supplies

Emir expected to tell US president Qatar can provide short-term emergency liquid gas to help replace any loss of supplies

Al Jazeera

Qatar’s foreign minister set to visit Iran to meet top officials

The Qatari diplomat is expected to discuss regional issues with Iranian officials in Tehran on Thursday, sources say.

The Times of India

Indians queue up online for World Cup tickets, figure seventh on top-10 list

PANAJI: Fans from across the world are queuing up online for FIFA World Cup 2022 tickets with the governing body for world football receiving 2.3 million applications till Monday.

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