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Doha: HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met today with HE US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack, who is visiting the country. During the meeting, they reviewed the latest developments in Syria and Lebanon and efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar’s full support for Syria’s sovereignty and unity as well as the aspirations of its brotherly people for stability, development, and prosperity. Source: QNA

Doha: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) has announced the resumption of in-person learning and service delivery, starting from tomorrow (Sunday), across nurseries, kindergartens, government and private schools, and educational service centers, in accordance with the approved academic calendar. In a statement, the Ministry stated that the resumption of in-person learning in government schools will include the implementation of alternative assessment measures for the mid-term examinations of the second semester that were recently announced, noting that the adoption of electronic applications does not conflict with the in-person learning model, but rather is a flexible assessment tool to measure…

Google has announced that, with immediate effect, users of Gmail on both Android and iPhone will be able, for the first time, to read and compose end-to-end encrypted emails without the need for any additional apps or tools. This is a monumental move forward in terms of privacy and security for users of the world’s most popular email platform. Unfortunately, the advance is not being offered to all 3.5 billion users. And that’s the catch. Here’s what you need to know. Google Brings Gmail End-To-End Encryption To Your Smartphone—If You Meet The Criteria It’s been quite the week for big…

Doha: Qatar National Bank (QNB) expects the Bank of Japan (BOJ) to embark on a sustained monetary tightening cycle, marking a decisive shift away from decades of ultra-loose policy shaped by deflationary pressures.In its weekly report, QNB said Japan has entered a new monetary phase not seen in nearly three decades, following the BOJ’s decision to raise its benchmark interest rate to 0.75% in December. The move reflects a broader transition toward a more conventional macroeconomic environment, supported by rising wages and firmer inflation dynamics. The report noted that underlying price drivers remain on an upward trajectory, reinforced in part…

JD Vance said he expects upcoming talks between the United States and Iran to be “positive,” as he departed for an official visit to Pakistan. His remarks come at a critical moment in ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at sustaining a fragile ceasefire following recent regional tensions. Vance emphasized that negotiations would proceed under “clear guidelines,” reflecting the administration’s firm stance on ensuring meaningful outcomes. While expressing cautious optimism, he warned that progress would depend on Iran’s willingness to engage in good faith. The talks are seen as part of broader international efforts to de-escalate tensions and prevent further conflict, with…

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Spain of waging a diplomatic war against Israel and barred Madrid from participating in a coordination centre to oversee the Gaza “ceasefire”. In a video statement posted on X on Friday, Netanyahu said Israel would not “remain silent in the face of those who attack us”. “Spain has defamed our heroes, the soldiers of the IDF [Israeli army], the soldiers of the most moral army in the world. Therefore, I have instructed today to remove Spain’s representatives from the coordination centre in Kiryat Gat, after Spain has chosen repeatedly to stand against Israel,” he…

Doha: In implementation of the directives of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, and in continuation of Qatar’s role and responsibility towards its brethren in Lebanon, a Qatar Airways plane heads to Lebanon carrying over 100 tons of humanitarian aid to benefit tens of thousands of those affected. This aid includes medical supplies, medicines, and emergency first aid kits provided by the Ministry of Public Health and the Qatar Fund for Development, in cooperation with the Qatar International Search and Rescue Group (Lekhwiya Internal Security Force). This initiative aims to address the needs of several hospitals in various…

Doha: Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of Qatar Museums HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani crowned the top three finishers in the Future Equestrians round, part of the 10th round of the Longines Hathab Qatar Equestrian Tour, held on Friday at the main arena of the Qatar Equestrian Federation. The 10th round of the ninth edition of the tournament, organized by the Qatar Equestrian Federation in partnership with Al Shaqab – a member of Qatar Foundation – continued with the Future Equestrians round at a height of 70 cm, followed by the Gold Tour at…

Doha: HE Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer departed Doha on Friday following a working visit to the country. His Excellency and his accompanying delegation were seen off at Doha International Airport by HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi and HE Ambassador of the United Kingdom to the State of Qatar Neerav Patel. Source: QNA

Doha: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has held talks with HE Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer to discuss the latest regional and international developments. At the beginning of the meeting held in Lusail Palace on Friday, HH the Amir welcomed the British Prime Minister, expressing his gratitude for the United Kingdom’s stance and praising the strong and close relations between the two countries. For his part, the British Prime Minister reiterated his condemnation of the Iranian attacks against the State of Qatar, affirming his country’s full solidarity and support for Qatar’s measures aimed at…