Qatar condemns Houthi attacks and backs Saudi security measures
Sep 15, 2026
Qatar denounced missile and drone attacks on Saudi civilian areas and linked the Kingdom's security directly to the GCC collective-security system.
Politics
Qatar and Norway leaders review ties and Middle East peace efforts
Sep 7, 2026
The Amir and Norway's prime minister discussed bilateral cooperation, Palestine and international work for regional stability.
Qatar cites UN records in rebuttal of Iran attack claims
Sep 4, 2026
Doha says formal Security Council letters, not a selectively quoted conference assessment, document attacks on civilian and energy sites.
Qatar joins MARPOL Annex VI on ship emissions
Sep 4, 2026
Doha deposited its accession instrument at the IMO and linked the step to cleaner shipping and safe navigation.
Qatar and Syria discuss trade and industrial cooperation
Sep 3, 2026
The two governments reviewed trade, investment and industrial ties in a virtual ministerial meeting.
Qatar Cabinet advances cloud and competition laws
Sep 2, 2026
The Cabinet referred draft cloud-computing and competition laws to the Shura Council while calling for regional de-escalation.
Qatar mediation delivers a roadmap for the DR Congo peace framework
Aug 23, 2026
Qatar-backed talks in Switzerland produced a sequenced implementation roadmap and a mechanism for monitoring the ceasefire.
Qatar calls for a ceasefire, Hormuz access and renewed talks
Aug 19, 2026
Qatar called for de-escalation, safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and a return to regional diplomacy.
Qatar keeps invitation open to Iran over pilot-search operations
Aug 19, 2026
Doha reiterated an invitation to Tehran concerning search operations for pilots and framed the contact as humanitarian cooperation.
Qatar condemns escalating settler attacks in the West Bank
Aug 15, 2026
Qatar called for urgent international protection for Palestinian civilians and accountability for violence by Israeli settlers.
Qatar completes UN review of its disability-rights record
Aug 14, 2026
Qatar concluded discussion of its combined periodic report with the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Geneva.
Father Amir's legislative vision helped shape modern Qatar
Jul 17, 2026
The Shura Council Speaker highlighted the constitutional and institutional reforms that established the foundations of Qatar's modern system of governance. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar presents mediation as a constitutional commitment
Jul 9, 2026
Qatar described mediation as a constitutional principle rather than a temporary diplomatic instrument during a policy address at Chatham House. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar Cabinet advances legislative reforms and regional security positions
Jul 8, 2026
The Cabinet combined a firm regional security position with decisions on legislation, judicial policy and social support. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Shura Council approves state property and traffic bills
Jul 6, 2026
Qatar's Shura Council completed its ordinary session after approving major bills and extending work on artificial-intelligence governance. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Shura Council backs dialogue and renewed regional diplomacy
Jun 30, 2026
The Shura Council welcomed renewed negotiations and praised Qatar's efforts to keep dialogue open during a period of regional instability. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar rejects Hormuz closure and backs a negotiated settlement
Apr 28, 2026
Qatar rejected the use of the Strait of Hormuz as political leverage and called for a comprehensive diplomatic settlement. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar-backed emergency item wins decisive IPU support
Apr 18, 2026
An emergency proposal on ceasefires and peace secured overwhelming backing at the Inter-Parliamentary Union assembly. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar joins international talks on Hormuz shipping security
Apr 17, 2026
Qatar joined a French-British hosted meeting focused on freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar calls for parliamentary action to support peace
Apr 16, 2026
The Shura Council urged international parliamentarians to support ceasefires, dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Shura Council backs ceasefire and advances drone legislation
Apr 13, 2026
The Shura Council welcomed a ceasefire while progressing traffic, drone and social-policy files. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar links mediation with human rights at the UN
Feb 24, 2026
Qatar convened diplomats and civil-society representatives to examine how rights-based mediation can prevent and settle conflicts. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Shura Council studies drone and owners' association laws
Feb 23, 2026
Qatar's legislature advanced scrutiny of drone regulation and returned an owners' association bill for further committee work. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar and European Parliament deepen political dialogue
Feb 12, 2026
Qatari and European parliamentarians discussed peace, security, human rights and practical cooperation between their institutions. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
Qatar continues high-level efforts to reduce regional tension
Feb 3, 2026
Qatar reported intensive regional contacts aimed at preventing escalation and returning parties to negotiations. Independent political reporting and analysis from Qatar.
