In public, Qatar was insisting on the right to defend itself after Iran attacked a U.S. military site in the emirate. Behind the scenes, it was already mediating a truce between Israel and Iran.
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Qatar Intervened to Persuade Iran to Accept Cease-Fire Deal, Diplomats Say
There was no immediate confirmation from the Israeli or Iranian governments of a cease-fire, but Qatar has long worked to present itself as capable of narrowing the gaps between warring parties.
Qatar Intervened to Persuade Iran to Accept Cease-Fire Deal, Diplomats Say
There was no immediate confirmation from the Israeli or Iranian governments of a cease-fire, but Qatar has long worked to present itself as capable of narrowing the gaps between warring parties.
Qatar Intervened to Persuade Iran to Accept Cease-Fire Deal, Diplomats Say
There was no immediate confirmation from the Israeli or Iranian governments of a cease-fire, but Qatar has long worked to present itself as capable of narrowing the gaps between warring parties.
Qatar Intervened to Persuade Iran to Accept Cease-Fire Deal, Diplomats Say
There was no immediate confirmation from the Israeli or Iranian governments of a cease-fire, but Qatar has long worked to present itself as capable of narrowing the gaps between warring parties.
What to Know about Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar
About 10,000 troops are stationed at the base, which serves as the regional headquarters for the U.S. Central Command.
Gulf Countries Voice Concern After U.S. Attack on Iran Nuclear Sites
Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other Gulf Arab countries expressed dismay over the American attack, but stopped short of condemning the United States, a key ally.
U.S. Was Not Involved in Israeli Strikes on Iran, Rubio Says
President Trump has said he would like to negotiate a deal with Tehran over its nuclear program but had also acknowledged that Israel might attack Iran first.
Qatari Push to Dominate Another Sport, Table Tennis, Draws Scrutiny
A wealthy Qatari businessman’s campaign to lead the sport’s global body is being investigated. One of his critics was detained and interrogated in Doha.
Netanyahu Names Maj. Gen. David Zini as New Domestic Spy Chief
The appointment of Maj. Gen. David Zini to head Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic intelligence agency, still faces a fraught legal process.