A soccer governing body that both countries have helped bankroll gave them extra rest and home-field advantage to set up World Cup qualification.
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Some of Trump’s Favorite Things on Asia Trip: A Crown and ‘Vicious’ Weapons
President Trump traveled to Asia to be a statesman, a showman and a traveling salesman, depending on the audience.
Israel and Hamas Were Not Ready for a Comprehensive Peace Deal, Mediator Says
The Qatari prime minister told The New York Times that Gaza war mediators decided to delay talks on more difficult issues so a hostage-prisoner swap could be concluded quickly.
3 Qatari Officials Die in Car Crash in Egypt Before Gaza Summit
The crash was in Sharm el Sheikh, where indirect talks between Israel and Hamas led to a breakthrough deal. The city will also host a summit on Monday.
World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal
Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.
What We Know About the Hostage Deal Between Israel and Hamas
President Trump announced an agreement had been reached, but it was unclear when the captives would be released or when more aid would enter the territory.
Qatar Pushes U.S.-Venezuela Diplomacy as Trump Focuses on Military Action
The Pentagon has deployed 10,000 U.S. troops to the region, most of them to bases in Puerto Rico, a senior military official said.
Strong-Armed by Trump, Netanyahu Embraces Gaza Deal as a Personal Win
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel took credit for an emerging agreement, but it was clear that President Trump was calling the shots.
Strong-Armed by Trump, Netanyahu Embraces Gaza Deal as a Personal Win
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel took credit for an emerging agreement, but it was clear that President Trump was calling the shots.
Trump Promises to Defend Qatar, a Reassurance After Israel’s Strike
An executive order says an attack on Qatar would be treated as a threat to the U.S., bolstering security commitments to a key Gulf ally after Israel’s strike on Doha last month.