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Qatar slams ‘prejudiced’ views despite embracing criticism with lightning speed

Qatar has faced increasing scrutiny that has been described by officials as racist. Qatar’s Ambassador to the United States Sheikh Meshal Al Thani defended Doha’s hosting of the first World…

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France’s Macron says politicising World Cup is a ‘very bad idea’ days ahead of kick-off

France repeatedly faced scrutiny for its treatment of Muslims and immigrants. French President Emmaneul Macron said politicising sports is “a very bad idea”, as Qatar faces growing criticism from the…

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Robbie Williams calls out ‘hypocrisy’ over World Cup performance criticism

Prominent figures globally highlighted the double-standard approach in criticisng Qatar’s hosting of the major sporting event. British superstar Robbie William has called out the “hypocrisy” in the criticism he has…

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Belgian FM says will attend World Cup, urges support of Qatar’s efforts to improve conditions

The Belgian diplomat expressed her opposition to boycotting the major tournament in the Gulf state. Belgium’s foreign minister Hadja Lahbib is set to support the Red Devils in Qatar at…

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BBC receives hundreds of complaints for refusing to air Qatar World Cup 2022 opening ceremony

The BBC’s decision to not air the opening ceremony of the Qatar World Cup live has drawn almost 1,500 complaints The BBC has received almost 1,500 complaints from furious football fans over…

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Qatar to review London investments after TfL bans its tourism ads on buses and Tube: report

Qatar has launched a review of its London investments after the city’s transport authority banned its adverts on the capital’s public transport – the move was slammed by Doha as”another…

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‘The dogs bark, but the caravan goes on’: AFC head claps back at Qatar critics

The AFC’s chief Sheikh Salman Al-Khalifa hit back at the campaign targeting Qatar with a famous Arab proverb. The Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) head clapped back at ongoing criticism over…

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World Cup fans enraged as BBC, ITV snub opening ceremony

Football fans who had waited years for the World Cup were left in complete dismay by the decision. Uproar ensued on social media among football fans in the United Kingdom…

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Europe thinks it holds monopoly on World Cup: Qatar 2022 CEO

The media campaign against Qatar’s hosting of the major event has only exacerbated in the lead up to the tournament. The campaign against Qatar and its hosting of the 2022…

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