Israeli officials said on Tuesday that a ceasefire deal with Hamas is possible, but may take more time to finalize. Talks are happening in Doha, Qatar, with help from U.S., Qatari, and Egyptian mediators. The aim is to stop the war, free hostages, and deliver aid to Gaza. But major issues still need to be […]
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Hamas signals peace: Positive reply to ceasefire mediation
Hamas has officially given a positive response to mediators regarding a new ceasefire and prisoner exchange proposal for Gaza. The proposal, brokered by Qatar and the United States, aims to halt ongoing hostilities and begin a new phase of serious negotiations. Hamas stated it has completed internal consultations and is ready to engage in talks […]
Qatar presses Hamas leaders to disarm for Gaza peace deal
Qatar has reportedly asked top Hamas leaders based in Doha to hand over their personal weapons. This request came during recent talks aimed at securing a ceasefire in Gaza. According to the British newspaper The Times, Qatari mediators made this demand to show that Hamas is serious about peace. The move is seen as part […]
PM Shehbaz meets Saudi, Qatari, and Chinese envoys to discuss middle east tensions
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held important meetings with the ambassadors of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and China on Monday. The discussions focused on the rapidly changing situation in the Middle East, especially after recent developments involving Iran. The Prime Minister praised the constructive roles played by Qatar and Saudi Arabia in promoting peace in the region. […]
Qatar summons Iranian ambassador over missile strike on US base
Qatar has officially summoned the Iranian ambassador after Iran launched missile attacks on a US military base located in Qatar. The base, Al Udeid Air Base, hosts thousands of American troops and is one of the largest US military facilities in the Gulf. The strike followed a reported US attack on Iranian nuclear sites, which […]
Iran strikes US base in Qatar, no casualties reported
Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles at the US-run Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar on Monday. The strike followed Tehran’s vow to retaliate against US air raids on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend. A US defense official confirmed the attack but reported no American casualties. “Al Udeid was targeted with short- and medium-range missiles […]
Fueling tensions: Oil prices drop 5% amid Iran-US escalation
Oil prices dropped sharply on Monday after Iran launched missile strikes on a US military base in Qatar. The attack came in response to US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend. Brent crude fell by 3.8% to $74.09, while US West Texas Intermediate dropped to $71.06. By evening, WTI futures slipped even further […]
PIA cancels flights to Qatar, UAE, and more after Iran strikes
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has suspended its flights to several Gulf countries due to escalating regional tensions. A spokesperson for the airline confirmed the decision on Monday. The suspension affects all flights from Pakistan to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Dubai. The airline cited safety concerns as the reason for the temporary halt in operations. This […]
Qatar condemns Iranian missile strike, asserts right to respond under international law
Qatar has strongly condemned Iran’s recent missile strike on the Al-Udeid airbase, calling it a clear violation of its sovereignty and international law. In an official statement, the Qatari Foreign Ministry described the attack as an “open act of aggression” that breached Qatar’s airspace and defied the principles of the United Nations Charter. Dr. Majed […]
Iran alerted Qatar before missile strike on U.S. base, claims New York Times
Iran informed Qatar ahead of its recent missile strike on the U.S. military base at Al-Udeid, according to a report by The New York Times. The American newspaper claims Iran’s intent was to minimize potential casualties by providing prior warning to Qatari authorities. There has been no immediate response from Iranian officials regarding the report. […]