Doha: Recent editorials in leading Qatari newspapers have highlighted Qatar’s significant contributions to international diplomacy and the preservation of Arab heritage. Al-Sharq newspaper emphasized the global recognition of Qatar’s role in securing a ceasefire in Gaza and facilitating the exchange of detainees, underscoring the nation’s esteemed international status. According to Qatar News Agency, Al-Sharq praised Qatar’s involvement in key regional

Doha: The UN warned that about 6 million people in Somalia will need humanitarian aid this year, as the UN launched an appeal to raise USD 1.43 billion. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said in a statement that “Somalia continues to face a complex, protracted humanitarian crisis,” pointing out that a range of issues

Ariha: The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) injured three Palestinians who were attempting to leave the city of Ariha early this morning. According to Qatar News Agency, local sources reported that the three young men were taken to Ariha’s Governmental Hospital after suffering injuries and bruises. The incident occurred as they tried to exit the city using a bypass road. At

Algiers: Algeria and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on military cooperation, marking a significant step in the defense relations between the two nations. The signing took place during a meeting between General Said Chanegriha, the Chief of Staff of the People’s National Army (PNA), and General Michael Langley, the Commander of US Africa Command (AFRICOM). According

Doha: Qatar News Agency is now closing its daily transmission for Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025. According to Qatar News Agency, the daily broadcast provided updates on various national and international news events. The agency ensures that its audience is kept informed on the latest developments through a comprehensive summary of the day’s news. Qatar News Agency continues to play a

Baghdad: The Iraqi Manuscripts House has commenced the establishment of a national database for manuscripts in Iraq as part of its projects for 2025. In a statement, Dr. Ahmed Karim Al Aliawi, director general of the house, emphasized that this initiative follows the first survey of manuscript-holding libraries in the country. The aim is to safeguard the Iraqi national inventory

Manama: The Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, is participating in the Arados Exhibition and Auction of Ancient Coins held in Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain from January 23 to 25. According to Qatar News Agency, the Qatari delegation is led by Hussein Rajab Al Ismail, Director of the Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Center. The delegation

Doha: Weather inshore until 6:00 pm on Thursday will be hazy to misty at places at first, becomes moderate temperature daytime with scattered clouds and cold by night, the Department of Meteorology said in its daily weather report. Offshore, it will see scattered clouds at times, the report added. According to Qatar News Agency, wind inshore will be variable less