Statement of His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi @Dr_Al_Khulaifi, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his participation in the 2026 Policy Forum on International Mediation, ETH Zurich: The essential requirements of a successful mediation remains unchanged: trust, dialogue, access, patience, and persistence. These five principles mattered decades ago, they matter today, and they will continue to matter in the decades ahead. Mediation remains one of the most important instruments capable of transforming confrontations into communication and competition into coexistence. #MOFAQatar

A senior US administration official called Oman "very duplicitous" in negotations with Iran -- latest statement of disapproval by Trump admin of longtime Gulf mediator “We were very unhappy with the job the Omanis did...so we kind of threw them out of this process,” they said

#Kuwait unveiled a new 15-year residency pathway for foreign investors as it ramps up efforts to attract global capital and compete with Gulf peers for investment. #Forbes For more details: 🔗 on.forbesmiddleeast.com/p1cm

A heartfelt thank you to Qatar for its enduring support and remarkable courage in standing with America.

Turkish President Welcomes US-Iran Agreement, Praises #Qatar's Role #QNA #Turkiye ow.ly/tcpf50ZbHv2

The State of Qatar welcomed the agreement reached on the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran on addressing the outstanding issues between them, including ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and considered it an important step towards consolidating sustainable peace and promoting economic growth regionally and internationally. In a statement on Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Qatar's appreciation for the determination of both the American and Iranian sides and their commitment to moving forward in resolving differences through negotiations and peaceful means. Read more here: gulf-times.com/article/72752… #Qatar #MOFA #US #Iran #peaceagreement

Gulf-to-Europe railway to ease Hormuz disruption gulf-times.com/article/72751…

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, has vehemently condemned the malicious media allegations and unverifiable information circulating against the United Arab Emirates and the State of Qatar. thepeninsulaqatar.com/articl…

“[Oman] totally respects international law and would never be part of any tolling system for the strait,” Sir Alan said. "They will take it in their stride, wait for Trump’s attention to become fixed elsewhere and let the storm pass – and then, I hope, resume their genuinely enlightened diplomacy.” telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2…

Qatari fans are creating a vibrant atmosphere at the Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara, sharing traditional bishts with international supporters in a tribute to the iconic moment when Lionel Messi lifted the FIFA World Cup trophy while wearing a bisht at Lusail Stadium during the 2022 FIFA World Cup final. Video: @AlkassTVSports

Statement by the International Media Office of the State of Qatar regarding allegations published by The Washington Post imo.gov.qa/en/media-centre/p…

The hottest ocean water on the planet right now is located just south of the Strait of Hormuz. Sea surface temps off northern Oman are approaching 95°F (35°C), bathwater-warm, and the reason the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman produce some of the most insufferable humidity on Earth.

Airlines in the Middle East are expected to slip into losses in 2026 as regional conflict, airspace disruptions and soaring fuel costs weigh heavily on financial performance, according to the latest outlook released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). While airlines in all other regions are projected to remain profitable, albeit at lower levels than previously forecast, the Middle East is expected to be the only region to record a collective net loss. IATA said global airline profitability is expected to decline sharply this year, with industry net profits forecast to fall from $45 billion in 2025 to $23 billion in 2026. Net profit margins are projected to narrow from 4.2 per cent to 2.0 per cent.

Fascinating: Richard Quest Interviews Qatar Airways' Mysterious New CEO - One Mile at a Time onemileatatime.com/news/rich…

بعد منع الحكم الصومالي من دخول أمريكا وصعوبة إعطاء التأشيرة لكثير من الناس بسبب جنسيتهم فقط تذكرت رد الشيخ تميم الله يحفظه على صحفي سأله عن زيارة المثليين لقطر وهني بين الفرق بين الحضارة الفعلية والدبلوماسية ومن يدعي الحضارة وازدواجية المعايير :

Nonresident fellow @MerissaKhurma spoke with @AlMonitor about the #Gulf’s evolving media and geopolitical landscape following Sky News’ decision to relinquish its stake in Sky News Arabia. Read her comments below. 👇 al-monitor.com/originals/202…

Turkey advances historic Hejaz railway project with Saudi Arabia deal Riyadh signs a railways cooperation deal with Ankara after Syria and Jordan, which could help revive the Hejaz connectivity project

🚨 An important and fruitful step for the region 🇸🇦🇹🇷 Saudi Arabia has signed an agreement with Turkey to launch a railway connecting the two countries via Syria, Jordan, and Oman. This great project will serve all these countries and their people, God willing. 💪🏻😎 A new route connecting us all. 🇸🇦🇹🇷🇸🇾🇯🇴🇴🇲

The conversation around #Gulf security has often focused on what states can intercept in the sky. Far less attention has been paid to what happens on the ground once #civilians receive an alert, how #information travels during moments of panic, and whether institutions are equipped to maintain public trust under pressure. @mahdijasimg looks at why #warningsystems and crisis #communication are becoming increasingly important to the region’s broader security planning. Read More: orfme.org/expert-speak/beyon…

1956: The first Jashanmal store in Dubai.