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Doha is the capital city and main financial hub of Qatar. Located on the Persian Gulf coast in the east of the country, north of Al Wakrah and south of Al Khor and Lusail, it is home to most of the country's population. It is also Qatar's fastest growing city, with over 80% of the nation's population living in Doha or its surrounding suburbs, known collectively as the Doha Metropolitan Area.

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BREAKING\| Qatar Withdraws as Gaza Ceasefire Mediator; Trump and U.S Pressure Lead to Dramatic Break? In a dramatic shift, Qatar has pulled out as a key mediator in the Gaza ceasefire talks, citing Hamas's refusal to negotiate in good faith. This decision comes after intense pressure from the U.S. and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:24Published 2 weeks ago

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Despite a flurry of Gaza ceasefire talks, mistrust remains - and it threatens any hope of peace There's been a furious flurry of diplomatic activity in the Lebanese capital Beirut ahead of crucial talks in Doha aimed at reaching a ceasefire deal in Gaza. Sky News - Published on August 14, 2024
Hamas's choice of new leader is an act of retribution - which makes hostage deals harder After two days of deliberations in Doha, Hamas announced the appointment of Yahya Sinwar as their new leader on Tuesday night. Sky News - Published on August 7, 2024
'I'm not coming away from Paris without a medal' After winning two gold medals at February's World Championships in Doha, Ireland swimmer Daniel Wiffen is backing himself for Olympic glory in Paris. BBC Sport - Published on July 25, 2024

Qatar Airways Boeing 787 Hit By Intense Turbulence, 12 Injured A Qatar Airways flight experienced a severe drop Sunday ... injuring a dozen people -- and, eyewitness accounts paint a terrifying scene. The flight -- going from Doha, Qatar to Dublin -- landed safely.. TMZ.com - Published on May 26, 2024
India, Russia hold talks on Afghanistan ahead of UN meet in Doha India and Russia discussed Afghanistan security and humanitarian assistance. Russian special envoy Zamir Kabulov and MEA joint secretary J P Singh met to address the current situation in Kabul. MEA.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 15, 2024
GB's Neita wins 100m at Doha Diamond League Britain's Daryll Neita beats American Tamari Davis to claim victory in the women's 100m at the Diamond League meeting in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on May 10, 2024
GB's Colbert seals world gold on final day in Doha Great Britain's Freya Colbert claims a stunning gold in the women's 400m medley on the final day at the World Aquatics Championships. BBC Sport - Published on February 18, 2024

Wiffen dominates 1500m freestyle final to win second world gold medal Daniel Wiffen produces a dominant performance to win his second gold medal at the World Aquatics Championships with victory in the 1500 freestyle final in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 18, 2024
GB's Proud wins world 50m freestyle bronze Great Britain's Ben Proud wins bronze in the men's 50m freestyle on the penultimate day of the World Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 17, 2024
GB's Stephens wins butterfly for maiden world title Great Britain's Laura Stephens wins maiden world title in women's 200m butterfly at World Aquatics Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2024	'No stopping me yet', says Wiffen after becoming world champion Daniel Wiffen says he is only getting started after winning Ireland's first world swimming gold medal in the 800m freestyle in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2024
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Osaka through in Doha to end quarter-final wait Four-time major winner Naomi Osaka goes through in Qatar Open to reach the quarter-finals of a tournament for the first time in almost two years. BBC Sport - Published on February 14, 2024	Wiffen makes history with world 800m gold in Doha Daniel Wiffen made history by becoming Ireland's first ever World Long Course Swimming champion with victory in the 800m freestyle final. BBC Sport - Published on February 14, 2024
GB miss out on medals as Peaty qualifies for 50m final Adam Peaty qualifies for the men's 50m breaststroke final but Great Britain miss out on medals in two finals on day three of the World Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 13, 2024	Raducanu 'struggled with everything' in Doha defeat Emma Raducanu says she "struggled with everything" as she was beaten by world number 30 Anhelina Kalinina in the first round of the Qatar Open. BBC Sport - Published on February 12, 2024
PM Modi to visit Qatar on February 14 after UAE trip Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Qatar's Doha on February 14 after concluding his two-day visit to the UAE, foreign secretary Vinay Kwatra said on Monday. The announcement came hours after.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 12, 2024	In big win for India, Qatar frees Indian Navy veterans jailed on espionage charges Doha freed eight Indian Navy veterans who had been given death sentences in Qatar on Monday, marking a significant diplomatic win for India. DNA - Published on February 12, 2024
8 Navy vets may face 3 to 25 years jail in Qatar as Doha yet to ratify transfer pact IndiaTimes - Published on December 29, 2023	In 2023 too, Dubai and Bangkok were the top destinations for Indians Dubai, Bangkok, and Denpasar were the top three destinations among Indian travelers in 2023. Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh was the cheapest flight destination, while Nha Trang in Vietnam was the most.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023
India challenges death penalty given to 8 Navy veterans in Qatar India has appealed against the death sentence awarded to eight of its citizens by a Qatari court. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stated that the embassy in Doha had received consular access to.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 9, 2023	'Govt working on getting 8 Indians detained in Qatar released': Navy chief Speaking at an event in Goa, Admiral Hari Kumar said, "Every effort is being made by the government to ensure we take this up through the legal course and we get relief for our personnel". This comes.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 30, 2023
Valimaki wins play-off as Jamieson retains Tour card Sami Valimaki beats Jorge Campillo in a play-off to win the Qatar Masters in Doha as Scott Jamieson retains his DP World Tour card for next season. BBC Sport - Published on October 29, 2023	Five freed from detention in Iran land in Doha after £4.8bn deal A British national and four Americans who were released from detention by Iran in exchange for $6bn (£4.8bn) and a prisoner swap are now free after landing in Doha. Sky News - Published on September 18, 2023
Yeats-Brown equals best result despite passing out Britain's Jemima Yeats-Brown loses consciousness in a bronze-medal match at the Judo World Championships in Doha, and ends with a fifth-place finish. BBC Sport - Published on May 11, 2023	Asher-Smith third as Richardson wins Doha 100m Dina Asher-Smith finishes third as Sha'Carri Richardson sets a new 100m meeting record at the opening Diamond League of the season in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on May 5, 2023
Watch: Diamond League - Doha - GB's Asher-Smith in action Watch live BBC Two coverage of the opening Diamond League meet of the 2023 season from the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on May 4, 2023	India participating in Doha meeting convened by UN chief Antonio Guterres on Afghanistan India is participating in the meeting convened in Doha by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Afghanistan that is bringing together special envoys from various countries and is aimed at achieving.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 1, 2023
IndiGo's Delhi-Doha flight diverted to Karachi due to medical emergency An IndiGo aircraft which took off from Delhi late Sunday night for Doha was diverted to Karachi reportedly due to a medical emergency on board. The passenger who was a Nigerian national passed.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 13, 2023	Murray saves five match points to reach Qatar final Andy Murray produces yet another remarkable comeback, saving five match points to beat Jiri Lehecka and reach the Qatar Open final in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 24, 2023
Morocco fans' heartbreak as Doha flights cancelled The last-minute cancellations sees many fans unable to travel to Wednesday's World Cup semi-final. BBC Sport - Published on December 14, 2022	Giroud header restores France's lead Olivier Giroud scores a trademark header to restore France's lead against England and make it 2-1 in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on December 10, 2022
World Cup: Ronaldo on bench for Portugal against Morocco Follow live text updates and BBC Radio 5 Live commentary as Morocco face Portugal in the 2022 Fifa World Cup quarter-finals at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on December 9, 2022	Coroner criticises Qatari authorities for 'limited assistance' over British woman's hit-and-run death A coroner has criticised Qatari authorities for their "limited assistance" in his inquiry into the death of a British woman killed in a hit-and-run car crash in Doha. Sky News - Published on December 7, 2022
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