From stepping into a mosque to meeting Syria's president who had his past in al-Qaeda, from business deals to Abraham Accords, here are the top highlights of US President Donald Trump's Middle East tour. World

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World, Photos | US President Donald Trump is on his way back to Washington DC, after finishing a trip to the Middle East with stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and United Arab Emirates

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Golden swords, Arabian horses, and royal palaces—Gulf nations have left no stone unturned to welcome US President Donald Trump. These are the key highlights of the visit.

Key Highlights Of Trump's West Asia Tour

The Qatar royal family has gifted Donald Trump a Boeing 747 jumbo jet, raising eyebrows. However, it might just be a way to get rid of the monstrous plane. World Trending

Gift or good riddance? Qatar royal family failed to sell Boeing 747 it is giving Trump in 2020: Report

World | Qatar might not be a friend as it looks and US has all the reasons to be cautious: Years of investment and links of Trump's team with Qatar REVEALED

Trump and Qatar friendship: Not just $400 mn 'gift diplomacy', but years of Qatari influence in US, links from Trump's team | REVEALED

US President Trump meets with troops at a military base in Doha, Qatar, during the second leg of his West Asia tour.

Trump: Won't give up Bagram, it's one hour away from China

During his visit to Qatar, US President Donald Trump while addressing US soldiers and officials, flipped his stance on the India-Pakistan issue. WORLD india news pakistan

'Don't want to say I did...': Trump takes U-turn on mediating India-Pak ceasefire claim

As US President Donald Trump arrived in Abu Dhabi, he was welcomed with traditional Emirati ‘Al-Ayyala’ dance featuring symbolic hair-flipping. Trending, World

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"We are going to keep Bagram Airbase, we are not going to give that up because its one hour away from China. You know who occupies it now, China," he said. WORLD

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Qatar Airways has placed the largest aircraft order in its history, signing a deal with Boeing for up to 210 widebody jets, including 160 firm orders and options for 50 more.

Boeing lands its biggest aircraft order, but already struggling to keep up with current order

Business & Economy: The deals were signed during Trump’s visit to Qatar’s capital city, Doha, and are expected to generate over 1 million US jobs in the coming years.

Trump’s Qatar visit: US inks deals worth more than $240 billion with Qatar, Boeing lands record deal

The white house hailed Trump's deals with Qatar worth over 243.5 billion dollars.

The white house added the latest deals set the stage for a larger 1.2 trillion dollar economic commitment with the gulf state.

Boeing Lands Its Biggest-ever Aircraft Order

The historic deal between the US-based company and Qatar Airways, is the largest in Boeing's history, which further underscores the airline's expansion plans. WORLD

'Largest order of jets in Boeing history': What is the $200 bn deal between US aerospace and Qatar Airways

World | US President Donald Trump reached Qatar on Wednesday (May 14) -his second stop on a tour of West Asia.

Trump announces $200 billion Boeing deal in Qatar, expresses hope for Iran nuclear deal to Qatari emir

Israel targets Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar in hospital strike in Gaza, sources say

Israel-Hamas War | Israel Targets Hamas Leader Mohammed Sinwar In Hospital Strike In Gaza: Sources

Dismissing ethical concerns about his plan to accept an airplane as a gift from the Qatari royal family, US President Donald Trump said that the Defense Department is getting a gift "free of cost."

'Flying palace': What's inside Qatar's $400M luxury airplane for Donald Trump

Israel-Gaza War: Gaza faces starvation crisis as charity kitchens suffer to feed families. Global hunger monitor warns of famine risks.

Israel-Gaza War: Gaza faces starvation crisis as charity kitchens suffer to feed families

The 21-year-old, who was believed to be the last living American hostage in Gaza, was serving in an elite infantry unit on the border when he was captured during the 7 October attacks.

Israel-Hamas War: Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander returns to Israel after release by Hamas

Donald Trump has confirmed he’s set to receive a luxury Boeing 747-8 from Qatar’s royal family, intended as a temporary replacement for Air Force One. The move, which Trump calls “transparent,” has ignited sharp backlash, with critics calling it bribery in broad daylight. Legal teams claim the gift is permissible, but with a $5.5B Trump Org project also underway in Qatar, questions around foreign influence and ethics are mounting.

Trump’s $400M ‘flying palace’ from Qatar

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration intends to accept a Boeing (BA.N), opens new tab 747-8 plane as a gift from the Qatari royal family that would be outfitted to serve as Air Force One, according to a source briefed on the matter.

Donald Trump plans to accept Luxury 747 plane from Qatar

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cast doubt over the fate of three captives held in Gaza since Hamas's October 7th, 2023 attack. This is after US President Donald Trump earlier announced that only 21 of 24 hostages are believed to be alive and had survived. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas to free Edan Alexander, last US hostage amid truce talks

World: 8 years ago Trump also chose Riyadh for his first overseas trip as president -- when he memorably posed over a glowing orb with leaders of Egypt and Saudi Arabia

US President Trump embarks on Middle East tour with focus on business & regional tensions

The UAE dismissed Qatar for a paltry 29 while chasing to seal a massive 163-run win in the Women's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier. Sports, Cricket

Ten UAE batters retired out in STRANGE record in Women's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier

On April 27, 2025, Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut’s southern suburb of Hadath, killing at least 17 people. The strike targeted a Hezbollah-linked site, escalating regional tensions.

Israel-Hamas War: At least 17 killed as Israel strikes Beirut's southern suburbs

World: Earlier, in March, Trump said his trip to Saudi Arabia would be to seal an agreement to invest upwards of $1 trillion in the US economy, including purchases of military equipment.

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World: The suggested deal includes a long-term ceasefire lasting between five and seven years, the release of all Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

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#Gravitas Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's aides are suspected to have taken money from Qatar in exchange for turning public perception about the Gulf State domestically, and project Egypt in a negative light.

Netanyahu accused of taking money from Qatar?

DR Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi met with his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame in Qatar on Tuesday to discuss the insurgency in eastern DRC. Watch in for more details!

DR Congo and Rwanda presidents meet in Qatar for peace talks

Qatar has committed to investing $10 billion in various sectors in India. This announcement came after Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, visited New Delhi. Watch this report for more details!

Qatar commits to investing $10 bn in India to strengthen trade relations

Qatar has pledged a massive $10 billion investment across key sectors. This marks a major boost to trade and business ties between the two nations. The announcement came after a high-profile visit by Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad al-Thani to New Delhi recently.

India & Qatar aim to double bilateral trade to $28 billion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Qatar's Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani held bilateral talks to strengthen ties. The areas of focus were; trade, investment, energy, security and cultural exchange, including a $10 billion investment pledge. 

In a joint statement issued hours after they held talks on Tuesday, India and Qatar emphasised the "importance of dialogue, diplomacy for peaceful resolution of international disputes".

The Amir's two-day State visit to India on February 17 and February 18 "reaffirmed the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between India and Qatar.

PM Modi, Amir of Qatar strengthen ties with 'strategic partnership'

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, who is in India for a two-day state visit, was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. PM Modi, Emir of Qatar holds bilateral talks.

India-Qatar bilateral talks: Aimed at strengthening India-Qatar ties

India news: The Amir's two-day State visit to India on February 17 and February 18 "reaffirmed the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between India and Qatar.

PM Modi, Qatar's Amir condemn terrorism in all forms, agree to cooperate in combating menace

World: Foreign ministry spokesman said that the issue was "a Palestinian question", after Israel insisted on removing Hamas and the US proposed taking over the territory.

Palestinians must decide future of Gaza and Hamas, not Israel or US, says Qatar

As part of the latest ceasefire agreement, Israel will free 110 Palestinian prisoners, marking a significant step in easing tensions between the two sides.

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Israel to release 110 Palestinian prisoners in Gaza ceasefire deal

The ceasefire between Israel and Gaza holds steady as Gaza reveals the staggering human and infrastructural toll of the recent conflict.

Israel-Gaza ceasefire deal holds as Gaza uncovers devastating war toll

World: Qatar "extends its hand to our Syrian brothers for future partnerships," Sheikh Mohammed said, adding that essential needs include continuing to provide public services to the Syrian people.

Qatar PM vows to support rehabilitation of Syria's infrastructure

World | Middle East: This comes while Israel and Hamas are holding talks on the final ceasefire and hostage agreement, along with the Arab mediators, including Qatar. 

Hamas accepts draft agreement for Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal; awaits Israel's approval: Report

World: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday (Jan 2) that he had okayed the delegation's departure to discuss a potential hostage-ceasefire agreement.

Israeli delegation departs for Qatar to hold hostage deal talks with Hamas

It has been a devastating year with tears, bombs and bloodshed in west asia, but for some countries in the same region it was business as usual, hosting all manner of glitz & glamour, as part of their modernisation journey.

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Qatar recently hosted a breathtaking aerial spectacle featuring vibrant balloons soaring across the sky, leaving spectators in awe. The colorful display captivated audiences, becoming a highlight of the region’s cultural events.



Qatar’s Surreal Aerial Spectacle: Vibrant Balloons Fill the Sky in Stunning Display

Qatar recently hosted a breathtaking aerial spectacle featuring vibrant balloons soaring across the sky, leaving spectators in awe. The colorful display captivated audiences, becoming a highlight of the region’s cultural events.

The Israel-Gaza conflict escalates as an IDF airstrike on central Gaza kills 7 people, including 4 children. The tragic event highlights the ongoing violence and the devastating toll it is taking on civilians in the region. International concern grows as the death toll continues to rise amidst the violence.

Israel-Gaza War: 7 Killed, Including 4 Children As IDF Strike In Central Gaza

The Israel-Gaza conflict escalates as an IDF airstrike on central Gaza kills 7 people, including 4 children. The tragic event highlights the ongoing violence and the devastating toll it is taking on civilians in the region. International concern grows as the death toll continues to rise amidst the violence.



As tensions remain high in the Israel-Hamas conflict, both sides report being closer than ever to a potential agreement. However, challenges still stand in the way of a final resolution.

Israel-Hamas War: They 'Have Not Been This Close To An Agreement'

As tensions remain high in the Israel-Hamas conflict, both sides report being closer than ever to a potential agreement. However, challenges still stand in the way of a final resolution.



Syria's Qatari Embassy is set to resume operations on Tuesday. The Gulf Emirate made the announcement as its diplomats visited the country and met with the transitional government. Qatar also named a new head of mission to Syria, Khalifa Abdullah Al Mahmoud Al Sharif. Watch in for more details!

Syria: Qatar Announces Embassy In Syria Will Reopen On Tuesday

Qatar is set to renew mediation efforts for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip following a visit from US President-elect Donald Trump’s envoy, according to a report.

Trump Envoy Pushes For Ceasefire and Hostage Deals: Sources

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