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Qatar Airways gets QAR 7.3 billion government lifeline in response to losses

Qatar Airways has received QAR 7.3 billion in government aid to help the national carrier through what has been the most difficult period for the aviation industry. The airline had…

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The Round Up | 05 January 2022

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Qatar announces new COVID restrictions – only vaccinated people allowed in malls

Cabinet of ministers has announced new regulations amid concerns over the highly contagious Omicron variant. Qatar’s cabinet has announced a set of new restrictions effective from Saturday, January 8, as…

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Qatar’s PCR ‘crisis’, what is really happening?

Images and videos of long lines and no social distancing at hospitals and clinics across Doha are causing concern as the country apparently faces a PCR testing crisis amid increased…

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Qatar extends Phase 3 Covid-19 restrictions for extra month

Health authorities have extended Phase 3. Restrictions imposed as part of Qatar’s Phase 3 will remain in place for the entirety of August, the Ministry of Public Health confirmed on…

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Phase 1: Qatar outlines details for lifting of restrictions

Qatar’s Cabinet has issued all directives set to come into effect on May 28 when Phase 1 of restriction lifting begins. In early May, Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health [MoPH]…

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Government service complexes halt evening work as part of latest Covid-19 measures

New regulations have been introduced to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country. Government service complexes will no longer be open during evening hours, the ministry of labour announced,…

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Qatar’s community reacts to new Covid-19 restrictions

Restrictions include banning all dine-in options at restaurants and cafes, as well as limitations on social gathering. A new set of restrictions designed to curb the rapid spread of Covid-19…

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The Round Up 7 April 2021

Top stories on #TheRoundUp this Wednesday: ???????? Iran, US agree on path to nuclear deal ???? Qatar marks highest daily Covid-19 death toll ???? Could Covid-19 have a long-term…

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