Qatar Qatar drives mediation with regional partners on Iran crisis Qatar is intensifying diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider regional escalation as tensions rise between Iran and the West. Doha is coordinating closely with Egypt and Turkey to keep diplomatic channels open. 01/02/2026
Qatar Web Summit returns to Doha as attendance doubles and impact grows Following an estimated €185 million in economic returns from last year’s event, the four-day summit is positioning Qatar as a growing hub for technology, startups and international collaboration. 29/01/2026
Mobility Qatar launches public trials of robotaxis in Doha The event marks the first time members of the public are exposed to self-driving taxis, after months of tests that only involved government personnel. 26/01/2026
Economy World Bank Group opens first office in Qatar The World Bank Group has officially opened its first office in Doha, marking a new phase in its partnership with Qatar and strengthening cooperation on development, private investment and support for fragile economies in the region. 25/01/2026
Qatar in Motion Redefining wealth by investing in wellness In partnership with Media City In this episode of Qatar in Motion, Laila Humairah takes a breather - literally. At Zulal Wellness Resort, she discovers how ancient healing meets modern science to help people slow down in a country built on momentum. How Qatar is leading a “rest revolution” and finding balance in motion? 21/01/2026
Qatar Qatar Football Festival features Finalissima 2026 and friendlies Qatar Football Festival 2026 will be headlined by the men’s Finalissima between Argentina and Spain, with some of the world’s biggest football stars set to appear in Doha during a six-match international window. 19/01/2026
Partner content Qatar’s banking advantage: Expanding pathways for global capital Partner content presented by QCB As the World Economic Forum takes stage once again in Davos, Euronews will moderate a discussion co-hosted by Qatar National Bank (QNB), Commercial Bank Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) and Doha Bank. 16/01/2026
Partner content Governing with foresight: Designing institutions for the next decades Partner content presented by NPC As the World Economic Forum once again brings state and corporate leaders together in Davos, Euronews will moderate a panel discussion organised by the National Planning Council at the Qatar Pavilion. 16/01/2026
Iran Gulf on edge: Iran warns it will target US military bases if attacked US personnel movements from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar underscores rising fears of direct US–Iran confrontation, according to Middle East expert Professor Mehran Kamrava, who says Tehran has explicitly warned Doha and Riyadh it would retaliate against American targets. 15/01/2026
Qatar Qatar confirms departures out of key US air base amid rising tensions Qatar has confirmed “the departure of certain personnel from Al Udeid Air Base” due to current regional tensions, after reports that the US military is evacuating a part of its key base as Washington considers military action against Iran. 14/01/2026
Qatar Qatar offers to continue mediation efforts over Venezuela Following successful mediations between Venezuela and the United States in the past, Qatar has expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela, calling for restraint, de-escalation and dialogue, while reaffirming its readiness to support mediation. 06/01/2026
Cult Doha becomes centre of FIFA football action over two months In partnership with Media City Doha has been buzzing with football over the past two months. The city hosted the U-17 World Cup, Arab Cup and Intercontinental Cup, drawing fans from across the region. Morocco’s thrilling 3-2 win over Jordan in the Arab Cup capped an exciting period of football. 31/12/2025
Cult Inside the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra In partnership with Media City With players trained in different musical traditions, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra is reshaping how orchestral music is performed and experienced in the region. 29/12/2025
Focus Doha Forum 2025: Dialogue, Mediation and Global Cooperation Doha Forum 2025 brought world leaders together to confront rising global tensions, deepen EU–GCC ties and support Syria’s transition. With Qatar’s mediation role in focus, the Forum emphasized moving from dialogue to real results. 26/12/2025
Grand Voyager Grand Voyager | Exploring Qatar In partnership with Media City From sweeping desert dunes to buzzing souqs and soaring coastal views, Qatar is a land of striking contrasts. Join Lilly Douse as she explores Qatar — from Doha’s historic heart to the edge of the desert and sea. 24/12/2025
Cult Doha Celebrates Franca Sozzani and Regional Fashion Talent In partnership with Media City Doha hosted the first Franca Fund Gala, honouring Franca Sozzani and raising over $4M for preventive genomics. Paired with M7’s Threads of Impact exhibition featuring 100 regional designers, the event spotlighted Qatar’s rise as a cultural and creative hub. 23/12/2025
Focus Doha Forum 2025: From Dialogue to Action The 2025 Doha Forum gathered global leaders to confront the world’s toughest challenges, highlight Qatar’s growing mediation role, and unveil major development pledges. Under the theme “Justice in Action,” the focus was clear: turning dialogue into real, measurable progress. 19/12/2025
Qatar in Motion Securing water sustainability beneath the surface In partnership with Media City Water management in arid conditions and limited rainfall pose an inevitable challenge. But what if the solution lies beneath our feet? In this episode of Qatar in Motion, Laila Humairah goes to the depths of the earth to uncover how Qatar is creating a sustainable oasis for its green landscape. 17/12/2025
Focus Doha Forum Youth Edition spotlights ‘Justice in Action’ In partnership with Media City Celebrating its fifth year, the Doha Forum Youth Edition preludes under the theme, ‘Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress. More than 150 youth delegates debate and discuss topics including geopolitics, emerging technologies, cultural diplomacy and global security. 16/12/2025
Qatar Ukraine agreement 'only the beginning,' Schinas tells Euronews in Doha Euronews sat with former VP of the European Commission Margaritis Schinas and the EU's Envoy for the Gulf Luigi Di Maio in the Qatari capital to discuss the war in Ukraine, EU competitiveness and cultivating new ties in the Gulf. The two were attending the Doha Forum. 07/12/2025