Turkey, Qatar sign defense deal as Ankara eyes Doha’s Eurofighters

The Turkish president’s visit to Qatar during his Gulf tour largely centered on defense ties and Qatar’s little-used Eurofighters, as Ankara moves to quickly rebuild its air power.

Turkey

Newsletter: Gulf

Qatar brokers Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire

Qatar brokered a landmark ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan as Gulf states advanced major economic, energy and defense initiatives across the region.

By Francesco Schiavi

In Bologna, reporting on security, defense, economy, governance

Erdogan heads to Gulf as Turkey looks to ease energy dependence on Russia

The Turkish president will visit Kuwait, Oman and Qatar to strengthen economic ties, boost regional diplomacy and sign a series of agreements.

Turkey

Analysis

Netanyahu powerless as Trump advances Gaza plan with Arab, PA forces

The second phase of the agreement with Hamas will force Israel to accept an international force composed of Arab soldiers and the involvement of the Palestinian Authority in the administration of the Gaza Strip.

By Ben Caspit

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

Newsletter: City Pulse Doha

From ancient games to World Cup glory

Also this week: romantic skyline dining, Arab pop icons, anime nostalgia and glowing family fun.

By Reve Chaaban

In Doha reporting on culture

Pentagon says Qatari F-15 fighter jet pilots to train at US base in Idaho

The announcement comes as the Trump administration has moved to reward Qatar for facilitating talks to end the Gaza war.

United States

Lebanon army chief visits Qatar amid push to disarm Hezbollah

Haykal has held meetings with the Qatari army chief, the country’s prime minister and its minister of state for defense affairs.

Lebanon

Israel's cabinet convenes to ratify Trump Gaza deal, military readies for retreat

Israeli officials are preparing for the release of 20 living hostages held in Gaza either on Saturday or Sunday and for a possible visit by the US president on Sunday.

Israel

Newsletter: City Pulse Doha

The Islamic world's first wellness manuals

Also this week: family craft workshops, Arab music tributes, Spanish flavors and anime nostalgia.

By Reve Chaaban

In Doha reporting on culture

Saudi investment minister visits Morocco, Senegal on Africa trade drive

Saudi Arabia has pledged more than $41 billion in investment in sub-Saharan Africa over the next decade.

Saudi Arabia

Analysis

Israel adapts, Turkey rises, Iran ruined: How 2 years of Gaza war reshaped Middle East

Turkey’s involvement worries Israel in Syria but also raises hopes for pressuring Hamas to agree to President Donald Trump's ceasefire proposal.

By Ben Caspit

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

Newsletter: City Pulse Doha

Doha’s Fire Station transforms rust into art

Also this week: heritage ceramics, Mohamed Fadl Chaker on stage and Aspire’s Pink Walk.

By Reve Chaaban

In Doha reporting on culture