Category: General

Doha: An earthquake measuring 5.6 magnitude on the Richter scale struck on Thursday the US State of Alaska. According to Qatar News Agency, the earthquake occurred about 99 kilometers southeast of Adak area, at a depth of 35 kilometers. There were no immediate reports of injuries or material losses. Alaska is located above the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area

Brussels: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on European Union leaders to maintain sanctions against Moscow until it begins its withdrawal from Ukrainian territory, urging for sustained European military support for Kyiv. According to Qatar News Agency, Zelenskyy emphasized that sanctions must remain in place until Russia begins its withdrawal and has fully compensated for the damage caused by its aggression.

Xiangcheng: The Chinese authorities announced today that an explosion occurred in a factory in Central China, leaving four persons injured and three others missing. According to Qatar News Agency, the explosion tore through a factory in the city of Xiangcheng, central China’s Henan Province, pointing out that search-and-rescue operations are ongoing. The injured were promptly transported to hospitals for treatment,

West Bank: Israeli occupation forces arrested 20 Palestinians during raids on several areas in the West Bank on Thursday. The arrests were part of a series of operations conducted by the Israeli military in various regions. According to Qatar News Agency, the detainees included 14 individuals from Bethlehem, one from Salfit, and five from Hebron. These arrests were accompanied by

Doha: Qatar News Agency has officially started its transmission for Thursday, March 20, 2025, with a morning broadcast. According to Qatar News Agency, the transmission aims to deliver timely news and updates to its audience, focusing on current events and developments. The agency is committed to providing accurate information and comprehensive coverage throughout the day.

Pylos: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), participated in the 144th IOC session in Pylos, Hellenic Republic. The session was chaired by HE President of the IOC Dr. Thomas Bach and saw the attendance of Olympic Executive Board members, IOC members, and presidents of international federations and National Olympic Committees.

Doha: The Center for Empowerment and Care of the Elderly (Ehsan), in collaboration with Green Island, a Qatar Foundation (QF) initiative, announced the launch of an educational program on sustainability for senior citizens, starting in the second week of April. According to Qatar News Agency, the program aims to enhance the skills of senior participants from Ehsan through activities at

Doha: Al-Raya newspaper has highlighted Hamad International Airport’s remarkable achievement in solidifying its position as a world-leading model of a successful and sustainable global airport. This accomplishment is attributed to its state-of-the-art global operating systems, lounges, and facilities that significantly enhance its capacity, establishing it as a premier destination in the global aviation and transportation market. According to Qatar News