An Egyptian presidency statement said Sisi and Sheikh Mohammed affirmed the importance of continuing their joint efforts, in coordination with the US, “to reach an agreement that guarantees an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip that allows the immediate and unhindered access to humanitarian aid, as well as the release of hostages.”

Israel and Qatar, which backs Al Jazeera and has hosted Hamas leaders, have long had a relationship marked by both public hostility and quiet collaboration.

In July, Qatar Customs reported significant seizures, focusing on narcotics, tax evasion, and intellectual property violations, emphasizing year-round enforcement and advanced technology for border security.

Miramax has forged a substantial partnership with the Doha Film Institute, aimed at supporting the development of premium Arabic-language scripted content across the Middle East and North Africa. The U.

Moran and his team have held dozens of meetings with members of Congress since the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attacks in 2023 that spurred the ongoing war in Gaza, mainly to talk about the Qatari role in the

Qatar's new cybercrime law imposes severe penalties, including up to one year in prison and QR100,000 fines, for violating personal privacy through unauthorized sharing of images and videos. This law aims to enhance digital privacy protection and counters the rise of online misconduct.

Qatar posted a budget deficit of 757 million riyals ($208 million) in the second quarter of 2025, as public spending rose 5.7% from the year-earlier period, the finance ministry said on Thursday.

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Trump’s trip to the Middle East “seems less like a presidential visit and more like a personal business venture.”