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Emir of Qatar Abdicates, Hands Power to Son

The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani has announced he is stepping down and handing power to his son.

Report: US, Taliban to Hold Peace Talks

United States and Taliban officials will engage in Afghanistan peace talks Thursday, senior U.S. administration officials said.

Mysterious New Mission Reportedly Opens in Gulf

Finance Ministry costings indicate a diplomatic mission in the Gulf, but Israel officially has none.

Syrian Rebels Open First 'Embassy' in Qatar

The Syrian opposition opened its first "embassy” in Qatar on Wednesday.

Qatar May Be Buying Its Way into the PA to Isolate Iran

Qatar’s emir, after having brought a check to Gaza, plans to bail out Abbas next week. His strategy may be to isolate Iran from Hamas.

Qatari Emir Plans to Visit Ramallah

The Qatari Emir, who recently became the first world leader to visit Hamas-controlled Gaza, now plans a trip to Abbas in Ramallah.

U.S. Secret Weapons Delivery Fell into Hands of Terrorists

A secret arms shipment to Libyan rebels fell into the arms of known terrorist groups. U.S. now concerned that the same can happen in Syria.

Iran: Qatari King Helped Israel Target Hamas Men

Qatar's king "gave Hamas leaders watches and pens that transmitted signals to Israeli satellites."

Qatar Brings New Weapon to Gaza -- Money

The emir of oil-rich Qatar brought money to Hamas in Gaza in an apparent ploy to buy his way into the region. It may backfire.

State Dept. in the Dark on Qatar Visit to Gaza

Qatar’s emir is first foreign leader to visit Hamas, but the State Dept. does not seem to be clued in. “Let me check,” says spokesman.

‘Gaza Roulette’ Blows Up, Bibi Vows ‘Hard’ Response

Netanyahu promises a “hard response” after one of daily terrorist attacks from Gaza “succeeded” as Qatar leader visits Hamas HQ.

Qatari Fuel to Enter Gaza Through Israel

Israel allow will fuel donated by Qatar to be pumped into Gaza via the Kerem Shalom crossing, says PA official.

Another Syrian Ambassador Defects

Syrian Ambassador to the UAE, Abd Allaltif Dabaj, has defected, joining his wife, Syria's Ambassador to Cyprus, Lamyaa Hariri, in Qatar.

Qatar Says UN Should Investigate 'Judaization' of Jerusalem

Qatar calls UN to investigate the “Judaization” by Israel of east Jerusalem, says Israel's “occupation” is unacceptable.

Netanyahu Slams Abbas' 'Contemptible' Doha Speech

PM Netanyahu lashed out at PA Chairman Abbas, warning it is time the Fatah leader "stop denying the past" about Jerusalem's Jewish roots.

Israel: Arab MKS 'Deliberately Spread Dangerous Libel'

Israeli spokesman Mark Regev strongly condemned Arab MK Ahmed Tibi's remarks in Doha, calling his statements “dangerous libel.”

Arab MKs Represent 'Palestine' at Doha Conference

Israeli Arab MKs attend International Conference for Defense of Jerusalem in Qatar, listed as representatives of “Palestine.”

Hamas Moves Headquarters to Qatar

In direct contradiction to a statement earlier this month, Hamas politburo chief Khaled Mashaal is quietly moving his headquarters to Qatar.

Hamas Will 'Never Recognize Israel”

Gaza de facto Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh, says the terrorist group will “never recognize Israel" and "the resistance will continue."

Hamas Backs Proposal to Have Abbas Head Interim Gov't

Hamas endorses Qatar's proposal that PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas serve as prime minister in an interim unity government.

Fatah-Hamas Meeting in Qatar

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas meeting Sunday with Hamas politburo chief Khaled Mashaal in Qatar.

Hamas: Politburo Not Moving to Qatar

Hamas Gaza chief Ismail Haniyeh ruled out Doha as the new headquarters for the terror group's politburo during his visit to Qatar.

Qatar Favors Military Intervention in Syria

Qatar favors sending Arab troops to stop the Syrian regime from killing its people, its leader says.

Iran Blocking Al Jazeera

According to the pan-Arab satellite channel Arabsat the Islamic Republic is jamming the Qatar-based Al-Jazeera.

Jordan's Solution to Unreliable Egyptian Gas Supply: Qatar

Jordan is mulling a new business relationship with Qatar for its supply of natural gas, saying goodbye to Egypt and its pipeline problems.

Iran Denies Bahrain Terror Cell Ties

Tehran has denied it is linked to a terror cell in Bahrain reported to have been targeting the Saudi ambassador, others.

Arab Delegation Says Bashar 'Eager' to End Syria Crisis

A Qatar-led delegation from the Arab League is in Damascus hoping to mediate an end to Syria's undrest as violence continues.

Qatar and Turkey to Accept Shalit Swap Terrorists

Qatar and Turkey have agreed to accept the terrorists to be deported under the prisoner swap deal to free IDF soldier Gilad Shalit.

Report: Egypt, Qatar Agree to Halt Gas Supplies to Israel

Egypt reportedly made a commitment in Tehran to stop providing natural gas to Israel. So did Qatar and dozens of other countries.

Report: Qatar is No Friend of Israel

Once seen as a possible bridge to the Arab world, Qatar has turned out to be a fierce foe of Israel, a Foreign Ministry report says.

Syrian Expatriates Rally Against Assad in Doha

Some 4,000 Syrian expatriates staged a rally in support of opposition protesters in their native country in the first rally of its kind.

A-Jad: US and Israel "Hatching Plots"

Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinijad beats the drums of conspiracy saying the US and Israel are "Hatching Plots."

Report: Israeli Jet Fighters in Qatar

Israeli-Qatari relations warming up? Hizbullah television says IAF fighter jets landed in Qatar.

Qatar Recalls Envoy Amidst Syrian Bloodshed

Qatar recalls its Syrian envoy after its embassy is attacked by Assad loyalists; 30 protesters were killed overnight in the central city of Homs.

Qatar Mediating US-Taliban Talks

A Pakistani weekly reports that Qatar is mediating talks between the US and the Taliban, so the Obama administration can make an honorable exit.

Qatar to Chair UN General Assembly During PA Bid

As the Palestinian Authority advances plans to seek a unilateral declaration of statehood from the UN, Qatar is set to chair the General Assembly.

Qatar Pulls Out of GCC Brokered Yemen Transition

Qatar has pulled out of the GCC brokered transition agreement

Qatar Seizes Iranian Boats Carrying Weapons

In the Gulf of Bahrain, Qatar seizes two Iranian boats carrying weapons to an undisclosed destination.

PA Official Claims Qatar Invests in Jewish Communities

Saeb Erekat accuses Qatar of investing in Karnei Shomron in Samaria. Regional council says it would accept the funds, but no one has offered any.

Obama-Linked PR Firm Runs Anti-Israel Campaign

A top US public relations firm has a new job: Blaming and delegitimizing Israel, and calling for end of blockade on Hamas.

Minister of Industry Heads for Qatar

The last time an Israeli economic minister visited the emirate was in 2001.

No One Laughed at Qatar Diplomat's Joke

Mohammed Al Madadi’s sarcastic rejoinder to the air marshals on his flight may cost him his consular job. They took him seriously.

Qatar Pledges Money to Gaza Arabs, Just Not Hamas

Qatar's Foreign Ministry will provide a gift of $10 million to the Palestinian Authority, on condition that it does not fall into Hamas hands.

Sudan Govt, Darfur Rebels Reach Peace Deal

The Sudan government has made a ceasefire deal with the Justice and Equality Movement rebel group in Darfur. A formal deal is due in March.

Goldstone Effect: PA in Turmoil over UN Delay

The Goldstone Report has led to political turmoil in the PA as Abbas first delays, then pushes a UN meeting on the subject.