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Kushner says Qatar strike fallout pushed Gaza deal; Israel rejects account — 5dKushner said Israel's failed Sept. 9, 2025 Doha strike isolated it, letting the U.S. push a Gaza deal that freed 48 hostages; Israel rejects that account.

Jared Kim Hamas leaders surviving the hit makes it hard to see the strike as the main driver behind the ceasefire.

Netanyahu boasts about deadly Qatar strike, defends disputed Gaza aid — Sep 6, 2026Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasted about bombing Qatar and defended the transfer of millions of Qatari funds to Gaza as humanitarian aid, while Qatar and others condemned the attacks and lawmakers scrutinized the aid’s impact. The remarks come ahead of the first anniversary of the 2025 Doha strike and follow ongoing debates over how the funds were used amid regional tensions.

Nicole Hardy Boasting about a strike that killed people isn't a great look for anyone, ally or not.

Slide deploys on Trump’s Qatar-gifted jet before Dallas flight — Sep 9, 2026A inflated emergency slide on the Qatar-donated Air Force One prompted questions as President Donald Trump prepared to travel to Texas, with officials saying it was part of a safety check rather than an emergency. Trump later described the slide test as a routine check, and reports indicate he remained on Marine One for about 20 minutes before boarding, while backup aircraft were involved in the logistics.

Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial You're right that tarmac is not the accurate term for the concrete and asphalt surfaces used on aircraft ramps. We'll watch the wording on those details in future pieces. Feedback like this helps tighten our reporting.

Israel Closes UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Over Settlement Sanctions — Sep 7, 2026UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged comprehensive measures in response to the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, as UN figures show unprecedented 2026 settler attacks and about 750,000 settlers living in the area. The discussions with Qatar's emir stressed de-escalation and opportunities to deepen UK-Qatar cooperation in business, investment, and clean energy.

QatarEnergy Seeks US LNG After Ras Laffan Output Losses — Sep 11, 2026QatarEnergy is pursuing multi-year LNG deals with US producers through 2031 to replace output lost after Iranian strikes damaged Ras Laffan, moving from spot purchases to longer-term contracts and relying on its trading arm to secure about 2–3 mt/y. The disruption, worsened by Strait of Hormuz risks, has accelerated Qatar’s shift to external supplies and investment in US LNG capacity as repairs at Ras Laffan are expected to take three to five years.

Maya Lindstrom Qatar relying on US LNG for years shows how vulnerable their Gulf facilities really are to regional conflicts.

Iran Urges Qatar to Transfer Detained PilotsWorld — Aug 19, 2026Iranian officials have repeatedly urged Qatar to move detained pilots from water to land-based medical facilities, calling for ICRC-backed air ambulances and urgent medical attention as their health deteriorates. Meanwhile Qatar denies holding the pilots, the location remains unverified, and Tehran seeks transparency and adherence to international law regarding the detainees.

Israel Launches Strikes Against Hamas Leadership In Qatar — Sep 9, 2025The Israeli military launched an airstrike on Qatar’s capital of Doha on Tuesday, targeting senior Hamas leadership in Qatar. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the strike a “wholly independent Israeli…

Trump Senior Aide Kushner and Team Heading To Saudi Arabia, QatarReporting — Nov 30, 2020White House senior adviser Jared Kushner and his team are headed to Saudi Arabia and Qatar this week for talks in a region simmering with tension after the killing of an Iranian nuclear scientist. A senior…

Qatar LNG Exports Fall 96% Amid US-Iran War — Aug 26, 2026Qatar's LNG exports plunged 96% over six months of the US-Iran war, costing about $24 billion and forcing budget cuts of up to 30% and a major reduction in overseas aid. Only 18 cargoes were shipped versus 509 a year earlier as damage to Ras Laffan and disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global supply, with repairs potentially taking up to five years and Europe facing possible price spikes amid low gas storage.

Iran Says Pilots Held by Qatar; Remains ReturnedWorld — Aug 15, 2026Iran says three IRIAF pilots shot down in March 2026 are being held alive in Qatar for about six months, with no contact allowed with families or Iranian officials, according to letters to the Red Cross. The reports from Iran International and other outlets frame the detention as potentially violating the Geneva Conventions and the rights of prisoners of war.

‘He’s F-ing Me’: Trump Reportedly Furious With Netanyahu Over Qatar Strikes — Sep 18, 2025President Donald Trump is “frustrated” and angry with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his decision to strike Hamas officials in Doha, Qatar, according to officials cited in a Wall Street Journal report…

‘You Should Be Embarrassed’: Trump Snaps At Reporter Confronting Him On Accepting Gift From Qatar — May 12, 2025President Donald Trump snapped at an ABC News reporter Monday as she confronted him on accepting a luxury gift from the royal family of Qatar to the U.S. government. The president is set to accept a Boeing 747-8 jet…

‘Not Welcome Here’: Qatar Reportedly Expels Hamas Following Terrorist Group’s Latest Rejection Of Ceasefire Deal — Nov 8, 2024Qatar has demanded that Hamas officials inside the country leave in short order, seemingly out of frustration for the terrorist group’s latest rejection of a ceasefire deal with Israel, according to multiple reports…

Karoline Leavitt Says Trump Personally ‘Passed Along’ His Displeasure To Netanyahu Over Israel’s Qatar Bombing — Sep 9, 2025White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Tuesday that President Donald Trump personally communicated his displeasure over Israel’s bombing in Qatar’s capital during a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister…

Watch: Peter Doocy Grills Biden Admin Over Thanking ‘Partner’ With Ties to HamasReporting — Nov 3, 2023Fox News reporter Peter Doocy and White House National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Relations John Kirby clashed Thursday over the status of Qatar. Qatar, an Arab nation, has been among the nations…

‘A Little Bit Problematic’: Brit Hume Breaks Down Why Qatar’s Gift Possibly More Toxic Than Trump Realizes — May 13, 2025Brit Hume warned on Fox News Monday that Qatar’s donation of a luxury aircraft to the U.S. government for President Donald Trump’s use might carry more political baggage than the administration realizes. The president…

Dana White eyes UFC's first Hawaii event as new arena rises — Sep 3, 2026Dana White reiterated that Hawaii is one of the UFC’s biggest markets and dreams of staging a UFC card there, noting a new arena under construction that should be ready around 2028 or 2029. The push fits a broader global expansion trajectory that has already seen UFC events debut in Serbia and Qatar, while Hawaii has long lacked a suitable venue despite producing champions like Max Holloway and BJ Penn.

Jared Kim is a long wait but if the arena is legit it'll be worth it. Fight week in Honolulu would be an absolute madhouse in the best way.

Iran Attacks US Military Base in Qatar — Jun 23, 2025Iran is striking back to the U.S. for the hits on its nuclear facilities over the weekend. The country has launched missiles at an American military base in the Middle East, Axios reported . This includes 10 missiles on…

Steve Witkoff Calls Off Ceasefire Negotiations With Hamas — Jul 24, 2025U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff called off ceasefire negotiations with Hamas on Thursday, saying the terrorist group was not negotiating in good faith. Witkoff is sending his diplomats home from Doha, Qatar, after…

Trump Wants to Make Gaza ‘Freedom Zone’ — May 15, 2025President Donald Trump has plans for Gaza — make it a “freedom zone.” Trump made that declaration Thursday during a visit to Qatar, per The Hill . “I have concepts for Gaza that I think are very good. Make it a freedom…

Israel, Hamas Reach Tentative Deal For Ceasefire — Jan 15, 2025Israel and Hamas have reached a temporary ceasefire deal Wednesday which would halt the 15-month conflict, the Qatar Prime Minister announced Wednesday. The deal will reportedly cease hostilities for six weeks as both…

Harris Blasted Over Her Response to Question About Hamas Stating It Accepted a Ceasefire ProposalReporting — May 6, 2024Vice President Kamala Harris is taking heat for how she responded to a question about a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. On Monday, Hamas stated it accepted a ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar…

Former Reagan Ed Sec Registers As Foreign Agent To Help Islamic Nation — Jul 23, 2025A former U.S. education secretary has registered as a foreign agent to help support Qatar’s education efforts. William Bennett, who served under the Reagan administration from 1985-1988, has registered with the…