Reports and AnalysisReports and Analysisen6BE9A690-75C3-4CB1-B490-E4967E1F876Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/24/57-years-after-al-aqsa-arson-judaization-plots-relentlessly-mountDoha, August 24 (QNA) - Fifty-seven years after the arson at Al-Aqsa Mosque, Islam's third-holiest site and the site of the Prophet Muhammad's Night Journey, the anniversary of the crime is no longer merely a reminder of a dark day in Jerusalem's history.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:54:34 ZB06788F7-206A-44D1-B068-2A6E8A45CC4Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/21/growing-international-condemnation-of-israeli-settlement-expansion-report-1Doha, August 21 (QNA) - International warnings and condemnations have intensified against Israel's settlement policy in the occupied West Bank following its announcement of a tender to construct 1,234 settlement units east of occupied Jerusalem, Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:17:54 ZC0A2B79A-1E67-4C88-B639-7BDF0D413C63https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/17/syrian-officials-to-qna-syria-restores-wheat-self-sufficiency-eyes-higher-agricultural-exports-1Damascus, August 17 (QNA) - After years of declining domestic production in Syria and reliance on imports, the country is restoring self-sufficiency in one of its most important strategic crops this season, with wheat production exceeding domestic needs for the first time in years.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:13:44 Z0A846187-F7B5-4A67-94FA-A1F9CC1DDFA9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/14/qatar-television-marks-56-years-as-a-leading-media-beacon-of-creativity-and-culture-report-1Doha, August 14 (QNA) - Qatar Television will mark tomorrow, August 15, the 56th anniversary of its launch, a milestone that reflects more than half a century of media leadership and cultural authenticity.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:24:24 Z0C3157E5-DE5D-4876-BBC5-847C5B43B92Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/10/israel-rebuffs-board-of-peace-plan-for-gaza-vows-to-pursue-armed-aggression-report-1Doha, August 10 (QNA) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rebuffed the "Board of Peace" plan for the Gaza Strip, which the Hamas movement approved last month.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:44:36 ZB811B398-9969-407E-992B-172DEB8CF45Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/9/qatar-oman-relations-a-strong-legacy-and-a-promising-future-report-1Doha, August 09 (QNA) - The fraternal relations between the State of Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman reflect a longstanding journey of cooperation and integration, founded on a deep-rooted historical legacy and strengthened by close bonds of faith, language and shared destiny.Sun, 9 Aug 2026 15:24:02 Z60D70C92-FFDC-4A2A-B26D-6BA3E577F3B0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/9/doha-peace-process-bears-fruit15-detainees-released-to-enhance-stability-in-dr-congo-report-1Doha, August 09 (QNA) - In a new achievement for Qatari diplomacy and its efforts to promote peace and stability in Africa, authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo released 15 detainees and handed them over to the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) under the mechanism for the release of detainees signed in Doha last September as part of the Doha Peace Process.Sun, 9 Aug 2026 13:37:26 ZA4F03693-ED8E-4860-B543-BD71F9A32321https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-8/3/qatar-smart-transportation-roadmap-toward-a-sustainable-future-through-2050Doha, August 03 (QNA) - From advanced road networks to autonomous vehicles, Qatar is moving full steam ahead toward an advanced and integrated transportation system built on resilience.Mon, 3 Aug 2026 16:12:08 ZC298DA7D-52D1-4135-A4D0-B5209D25CF64https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/27/gcc-population-growth-an-outgrowth-of-economic-diversification-and-development-momentum-reportDoha, July 27 (QNA) - Population statistics have earned strategic significance in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, as they represent one of the key pillars upon which governments rely in crafting public policies, planning services, and anticipating future needs in areas such as housing, education, healthcare, and the labor market.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:33:27 Z0F1ABDAB-B971-4343-9894-AB56FDFFDE34https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/20/shura-council-committees-play-pivotal-role-in-councils-exercise-of-legislative-oversight-powers-2Doha, July 20 (QNA) - The six permanent committees of the Shura Council play an important and pivotal role in the Council’s exercise of its legislative and oversight powers.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:47:49 ZFDA9BAB1-D852-46E4-9F9C-03F348C1D24Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/19/andy-burnham-set-to-take-office-as-uk-pm-on-monday-redrawing-britains-political-landscape-1Doha, July 19 (QNA) - Andy Burnham is all but certain to become the United Kingdom's seventh prime minister in ten years as of Monday, after being elected leader of the governing Labor Party last Friday.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:58:54 ZB9397DD4-222A-440F-8870-426EB4C041AEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/10/qatar-marks-world-population-day-report-1Doha, July 10 (QNA) - Under the theme 'Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people – today and for the future', the State of Qatar joins the rest of the world tomorrow in marking World Population Day, observed annually on July 11.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:27:33 Z410C9B19-834E-42E9-8D68-E4C6E4B77A5Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/9/global-carbon-council-signs-strategic-partnership-to-expand-carbon-finance-strengthen-carbon-market-infrastructure-across-asia-2Hong Kong, July 09 (QNA) - The Global Carbon Council (GCC) signed a strategic Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with CGS International Holdings Limited, a leading financial services group with strong institutional market, investment banking and carbon financial capabilities, and Verdana HK Limited, a Hong Kong-based technology and digital infrastructure provider for carbon market operations, during the Asia Climate Summit (ACS) 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.Thu, 9 Jul 2026 15:13:09 ZAEB63D64-F5D5-48E5-8D84-303D481F312Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/9/gaaie-a-qatari-initiative-to-promote-global-digital-governance-reportDoha, July 09 (QNA) - The State of Qatar's launch of the Global Alliance for AI Ethics (GAAIE) during the first session of the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva represents a significant milestone in the country's journey towards establishing itself as an active partner in shaping the future of digital governance at the international level.Thu, 9 Jul 2026 14:55:17 Z71AD660B-722F-41A6-9D96-5562D7B4EB42https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/8/qatars-rapid-humanitarian-relief-reflects-a-longstanding-policy-of-immediate-crisis-responseDoha, July 08 (QNA) - Qatar has launched a large-scale humanitarian airlift to Venezuela following two earthquakes that recently struck the country's capital, Caracas, reaffirming the Gulf state's longstanding commitment to supporting friendly nations during times of crisis.Wed, 8 Jul 2026 18:44:21 Z110BF897-EE72-424C-9A04-85A4C555C6D0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/5/global-ai-governance-talks-in-geneva-aim-to-forge-fair-inclusive-and-sustainable-digital-orderDoha, July 05 (QNA) - The international community is turning its spotlight to the Swiss city of Geneva, which is hosting the Global Dialogue on AI Governance on July 6-7, 2026.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 23:38:00 ZA10F85C4-A2B9-44C9-81A5-9B699242DE4Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/5/labour-law-amendments-establish-legislative-framework-to-boost-economic-competitiveness-balance-labour-relations-reportDoha, July 05 (QNA) - The amendments to Labour Law No. 9 of 2026, which amend some provisions of the Labour Law issued by Law No. 14 of 2004, issued by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, embody a significant step in the evolution of labour legislation.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 14:24:06 Z69C2BDB3-5985-40B5-8F7C-A78904C21011https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-7/1/shura-council-pioneering-achievements-mark-close-of-current-session-in-support-of-national-progress-citizen-aspirations-1Doha, July 01 (QNA) - Ahead of its final meeting next week, the Shura Council concludes the first ordinary session of its second legislative term, corresponding to its 54th annual session, marking numerous significant achievements in both its legislative and oversight capacities. Wed, 1 Jul 2026 14:14:14 ZC9E0DDF1-ACBC-487D-A3B6-442F2FE78F4Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/30/global-alliance-for-human-rights-qualitative-shift-in-advancing-international-rights-effortsDoha, June 30 (QNA) - The recent launch of the UN Global Alliance for Human Rights marks a significant step in strengthening international efforts to protect human rights by bringing together stakeholders across regions and sectors to address growing global challenges.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:41:09 Z710643CE-B2AC-4809-A37E-000238424DC3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/19/arab-german-business-forum-concludes-in-berlin-reportBerlin, June 19 (QNA) - The the Arab-German Business Forum concluded in the German capital, Berlin, on Friday, following three days of discussions and meetings that witnessed extensive Qatari participation, making Qatar the most prominently represented delegation across the forum's sessions and panel discussions since its opening on June 17.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:39:33 ZE01F3375-FFAD-4889-9FB9-C26783FB6E2Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/19/world-refugee-day-rising-global-displacement-renews-calls-for-shared-responsibility-1Doha, June 19 (QNA) - Under the theme "Until Everyone Is Safe," the international community will mark World Refugee Day tomorrow, June 20, which this year coincides with the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:54:17 ZFFA96695-7AF2-4B98-A55B-6214FAA18B6Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/17/hebron-deal-abrogation-israels-flagrant-reversal-of-oslo-accords-reportDoha, June 17 (QNA) - In a flagrant official renege on the agreements that had hitherto been sanctioned under international sponsorship and supervision- an arrangement now effectively subject to repudiation by the Israeli side-Israel annulled the Hebron Agreement of 1997 concerning what had been a strongpoint in the broader Oslo framework, namely the city of Hebron and the Al-Ibrahimi Mosque.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:39:19 Z938FEA97-E0CF-4D57-92D8-5213B5E7360Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/17/international-day-for-countering-hate-speech-global-call-promoting-tolerance-in-digital-spacesDoha, June 17 (QNA) - Every year on June 18, the world celebrates the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, with the aim of raising awareness of the dangers of hate speech and its negative effects on various societies, and the need to mobilize international efforts to confront it and consolidate the values ​​of respect, tolerance and peaceful coexistence among peoples and cultures. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:17:37 Z3031DEF2-C6F4-44A7-A4FA-A4B96E0D43A1https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/15/us-iran-memorandum-agreement-wins-broad-international-backing-amid-hopes-for-regional-stabilityCapitals, June 15 (QNA) - World leaders and international organizations have welcomed the announcement of an agreement on a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, describing it as a significant diplomatic breakthrough aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East and strengthening international stability. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:39:39 ZD742FA96-77CB-48F9-9C5E-887597E848CDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/14/g7-summit-of-evian-testing-unity-credibility-of-worlds-major-economic-powers-reportDoha, June 14 (QNA) - The 52nd G7 Summit will commence in the French lakeside city of Evian on Monday, chaired by French President, Emmanuel Macron and attended by the leaders of the seven member countries, along with representatives of the European Union.Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:51:33 ZCD9909B8-7806-4C86-A9C8-8252AE1D8356https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/10/western-sanctions-tighten-screws-on-settler-violence-as-west-bank-violence-drags-on-reportDoha, June 10 (QNA) - In a coordinated and advanced collective move that reflects the international community's mounting impatience with Israel's unlawful practices in the occupied Palestinian territories, international condemnations of settler violence in the West Bank have evolved from mere words and mottos into a unified Western Front aimed at tightening the screws on the networks that fuel such violence.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:34:42 ZF0C29714-0E1C-41C6-8260-9F350253E9F3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/9/rapid-and-mounting-pressures-on-world-oceans-human-future-hinges-on-protection-reportDoha, June 09 (QNA) - The United Nations (UN) has warned that the world's oceans are coming under severe and accelerating pressure from human activities, giving rise to dangerous environmental phenomena, including sea-level rise at twice the rate recorded a decade ago, massive biodiversity loss, and mounting pressure on marine ecosystems as a result of pollution and large-scale industrial fishing.Tue, 9 Jun 2026 17:57:15 ZFF338D07-701A-4B3E-972B-9E433B13CBF9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/7/how-qatar-is-positioning-itself-among-worlds-leading-artificial-intelligence-economies-report-1Doha, June 07 (QNA) - Newly released data from Microsoft for the first quarter of 2026 highlights Qatar's growing prominence in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), ranking the country among the world's top ten nations for the practical use of AI in everyday life.Sun, 7 Jun 2026 14:45:07 ZE8F04117-14EA-4AD4-93D3-460239D4BCDAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/5/eu-reaches-initial-agreement-on-new-migration-and-deportation-policy-amid-criticism-regarding-its-content-and-effectiveness-reportDoha, June 05 (QNA) - The issue of migrants in the European Union has always been one of the most complex issues in election debates, both in public opinion and within European parliaments.Fri, 5 Jun 2026 12:59:53 Z1EB6E268-E28D-4D6E-860D-800CCB2772C3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/4/world-environment-day-2026-calls-for-climate-action-a-sustainable-future-report-1Doha, June 04 (QNA) - The State of Qatar joins countries around the world in marking World Environment Day 2026 on June 5, reaffirming its commitment to environmental protection and the sustainable management of natural resources in line with Qatar National Vision 2030, which places environmental sustainability among its core pillars.Thu, 4 Jun 2026 13:28:20 Z251E557D-3387-4C3D-BD26-D1EB6C3C652Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-6/1/hallmarks-of-new-climate-era-world-braces-for-record-heat-and-extreme-weather-eventsDoha, June 01 (QNA) - It has become increasingly apparent and undeniable that the world is moving into a new and intensely warmer climate phase, one that ranks among the most formidable challenges in modern human history.Mon, 1 Jun 2026 19:08:36 Z38E3B458-A00B-46EB-AD50-6CBAAB2D8D9Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-5/28/international-day-of-un-peacekeepers-a-humanitarian-mission-amid-global-risksDoha, May 28 (QNA) - For nearly eight decades, United Nations peacekeeping forces have played a vital role in supporting stability and protecting civilians in conflict zones around the world, helping countries move from violence toward peace.Thu, 28 May 2026 15:33:01 Z90BB38BF-E956-4419-A236-B3F46A1423F7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/Special-News/2026-5/27/eid-al-adha-in-turkiye-season-of-solidarity-bolstering-social-bonds-reportAnkara, May 27 (QNA) - Eid Al-Adha in Turkiye is widely regarded as a season of social solidarity, family connection, and the strengthening of community bonds across all segments of society. Wed, 27 May 2026 14:00:52 Z