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News

Qatar commits $10 billion to humanitarian causes worldwide

Speaking yesterday, Qatar's foreign minister said almost half the funds would be ear-marked for education initiatives to help curb the spread of extremism, violence and "loss of hope."

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News

Recruiting more Tunisians to Qatar on agenda during presidential visit

The current warm relations contrast to the situation between the two states 10 years ago when Tunisia closed its embassy in Doha over what it said was unfavorable coverage on Al Jazeera of its domestic politics.

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News

Qatar’s Foreign Minister and Russian President Putin hold Syria talks

Qatar's foreign minister carried a message from the Emir that included proposals for resolving the crisis in Syria, according to Russian state news agency TASS.

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Politics

Qatar urges citizens to avoid traveling to Lebanon

In a statement last night, the ministry also asked Qatari citizens who are there to "leave for their own safety," and to contact the embassy in Beirut if they need any help.

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News

Qatar ministry warns travelers about spread of Zika virus

In a series of tweets yesterday, MOFA also warned citizens living in that region to take care to avoid Zika, which is thought to spread through mosquito bites and has been linked to birth defects.

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Politics

Qatar recalls its ambassador to Iran

The diplomatic recall follows similar moves by other Gulf states as tensions escalate between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

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Qatar’s foreign affairs ministry launches new travel app

The app includes features for both nationals and Qatar-based expats who plan to spend time outside of the country, including a pre-travel registration system and emergency help request option.

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