Middle East

Qatar

Iran team decline to sing national anthem before World Cup opener

All team members remained silent in a move being seen as a signal of support for anti-government protesters in Iran, hundreds of whom have reportedly been killed.

21/11/2022

Scenes

Meet the team changing perceptions with every goal in Gaza

In partnership with Media City

"The sport has changed my life. It gave me hope and made me feel that life is beautiful and even better than before."

21/11/2022

Green News

'A fossil fuel fair’: Experts and activists speak out on COP27

But others hailed the conference for setting up a loss and damage fund.

21/11/2022

Travel News

What are Qatar’s entry requirements for fans heading to the World Cup?

From alcohol laws to fan IDs, you could be caught out if you don’t read up before you go.

21/11/2022

Turkey

At least two killed in suspected Kurdish strikes on Turkey border

Turkish authorities say the rockets hit a school and two buildings in the town of Karkamis.

21/11/2022

Sport

World Cup at-a-glance: Wins for English and Dutch amid armbands row

Here is your at-a-glance guide to what happened on day two at the Qatar World Cup.

21/11/2022

Egypt

COP27: Mixed reactions over what climate summit did and didn't achieve

For the first time, the nations of the world have decided to help pay for the damage an overheating world is inflicting on poor countries.

20/11/2022

Sport

In pictures: Qatar World Cup opening ceremony and first match

Hosts Qatar took on Ecuador in the opening game of the 2022 tournament, after a lavish opening ceremony in Doha.

20/11/2022

Sport

Defeat for hosts Qatar as Ecuador triumphs in opening match

World Cup: Defeat for hosts Qatar as Ecuador triumphs in opening match

20/11/2022

Destinations

Abu Dhabi is coming to the Metaverse, here’s what to expect

The emirate is launching a VR version of its most famous entertainment district in 2023.

20/11/2022

Syria

Turkey attacks in northern Syria and Iraq after Istanbul bombing

Turkey has attacked Kurdish targets in northern Syria and Iraq in retaliation for Istanbul bombing that killed six people and injured more than 80.

20/11/2022

Egypt

COP27 climate summit closes with agreement to compensate poor countries

Poor countries which suffer droughts, floods and heatwaves, made worse by the carbon emissions of rich countries, to see some "climate justice".

20/11/2022

Qatar

World Cup: FIFA boss says fans 'will survive' without beer at games

Gianni Infantino said in countries like France, Scotland and Spain there were also stadium bans on alcohol sales.

19/11/2022

Egypt

COP27 summit tries to reach agreement in eleventh hour negotiations

UN climate talks into extra time as no consensus on key issues such as funds for loss and damage suffered by poorer countries hit by extreme weather.

19/11/2022

Turkey

Bulgaria charges five in connection with deadly Istanbul explosion

The prosecutor's office in Sophia said the five provided "logistical" support in carrying out the 13 November attack.

19/11/2022

Sport

FIFA boss accuses Europe of 'double standard' for criticising Qatar

The FIFA president said Europe should be apologising for its own failings "before we start giving moral lessons to people."

19/11/2022

Sport

Your guide to the 13 European teams competing at Qatar World Cup

Form, expectations and emerging talent: Your guide to the 13 European teams competing at the Qatar World Cup

18/11/2022

Egypt

COP27 climate talks given 24-hour extension to break deadlock

With climate change talks deadlocked on a reparation fund, negotiators have been given an extension into Saturday to settle their differences.

18/11/2022

Culture news

Alcohol banned at World Cup stadiums just two days before opening game

In a major U-turn, Qatari officials have confirmed the last-minute ban on alcoholic beer sales to fans.

18/11/2022

Green News

Everything we know so far about the COP27 deal emerging from Egypt

The draft cover decision has been released, but leaves many questions around loss and damage - plus a possible typo - unanswered.

18/11/2022

Saudi Arabia

'Jamal died again today': Anger at Saudi prince's Khashoggi 'immunity'

US intelligence services have previously said that the Saudi crown prince likely approved the journalist's killing.

18/11/2022

Sport

Host nation Qatar braces for World Cup fever ahead of opening night

Doha prepares for the first of 64 matches as the World Cup gets underway this Sunday in Qatar.

18/11/2022

Sport

FIFA showcases this year's World Cup trophy in Doha

Football fans in Doha caught a first glimpse of this year's World Cup winner's trophy.

17/11/2022

Green News

5 key things that happened on day eleven of COP27

With a draft deal published today, experts say that it looks like the climate talks could head into overtime.

17/11/2022

Football Now

Who could win the 2022 World Cup?

In partnership with Media City

With just three days to go until the Qatar World Cup kicks off, here are 5 contenders who could win the tournament.

17/11/2022

Partner content

Hindu Temple in Dubai: A symbol of India's partnership with the UAE

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"The opening of this new temple in Dubai means so much to the Indian community", India's ambassador to the UAE tells Euronews.

17/11/2022