Major Gulf stock markets were mixed in early trade on Thursday with the Saudi index supported by gains in financial shares.

Arab states whose foreign ministers met in Qatar on Tuesday have called on the United Nations Security Council to discuss the dispute over Ethiopia's plan to fill a dam built on the Blue Nile, Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit said.

Arab states whose foreign ministers met in Qatar on Tuesday have called on the United Nations Security Council to discuss the dispute over Ethiopia's plan to fill a dam built on the Blue Nile, Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit said.

Major stock markets in the Gulf were subdued in early trade on Tuesday, mostly hurt by losses in financial shares in the absence of fresh factors to trade on.

Security officials under NATO command have approached Qatar to secure a base that can be used to train Afghan special forces as part of a strategic commitment after foreign forces withdraw from Afghanistan, three senior Western officials said.

Major Gulf stock markets rose on Monday, lifted by optimism about economic recovery and oil prices which gained on an improved outlook for worldwide fuel demand.

Saudi Arabian shares ended higher on Sunday, outperforming other Gulf peers, buoyed by gains in banking stocks, while Egypt's blue-chip index extended losses.

The 32-year old will leave Newcastle upon the expiry of his contract on July 1.

The arrest of ex-UEFA president Michel Platini has caused England's odds of hosting the 2022 World Cup ahead of Qatar come crashing down.

Saudi authorities declared beIN illegal in the kingdom, a proxy battle in the nation's boycott of Qatar two years ago.

International Court of Justice says UAE request of measures against Qatar over blocking of visa site is not justified.

Qatar called for an international investigation into attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday and a de-escalation of tensions in the region.

Recent attacks on shipping, including oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, and missile attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels directed at targets inside Saudi Arabia are ratcheting up tensions in the Middle East, writes Peter Bergen.

“We are told that because of Iran’s threat the U.S. must accept selling arms to anyone who opposes Iran," Rand Paul says.

U.S. counterterrorism efforts have failed to reduce the group's fighting ranks, a senior American general said

The emir is expected to meet the US president on July 9 for talks on regional politics, security and counterterrorism.

Boeing MAX jets owned by Air Italy, in which Qatar Airways is a shareholder, were grounded after two deadly crashes.

The Brazil footballer visits a police station in Rio after a woman accused him of rape in Paris.

Qatar Airways plans to seek compensation from Boeing over the grounding of three 737 MAX aircraft by Italian airline Air Italy, where the Qatari company is a major shareholder, group chief executive Akbar al-Baker told Reuters.

Iran's president says his country has 'no intentions to have conflicts' with world powers and those in the region.

Ambitious new art and cultural projects are opening as Qatar gears up for the FIFA World Cup in 2022.

Over the past two years, the US government has bolstered its support for both Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

GCC crisis shows no sign of a resolution despite recent high-profile Saudi summit over Iran-US tensions.

On the two-year anniversary of the Qatar-GCC crisis, few signs of resolution in sight.

Division continues in the Gulf as the blockade of Qatar enters its third year.

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RT @realjusthuman: Patrick Ho was alleged to have been arms dealing in Qatar and Libya in 2015 to the benefit of CEFC. Gal Luft is reporte…

RT @GoldTelegraph_: GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council says that GCC countries are keen to en…

RT @Kanthan2030: The Middle East is all about peace, trade and development now. Meanwhile, the popular movie in Europe is “Suicide: Missi…

RT @pvier1971: @EURO2024 Number three will be this year at Qatar, World Champions for the third time.

RT @GoldTelegraph_: GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council says that GCC countries are keen to en…

RT @cryptocom: Watching the semi-finals today? Snap a pic of @cryptocom at #FIFAWorldCup and you could win https://t.co/vCNztABJoG merch!…

RT @qatarimufc: All these Deals of Onana and Mount are indeed pleasing but dont forget the main Transfer we want. Qatar has to buy Manches…

RT @KawuGarba: While Abba Kabir Yusuf was busy destroying properties worth almost 200 billion nairas in Kano, the governor of Kaduna state…

Ali Al-Athba wins gold at the fencing foil event at the 15th Arab Games – Algeria 2023 @qatar_olympic @QatarFencing https://t.co/0MBDZb7MkZ

Kidney stones surge among children and teenagers, mostly in girls: Research #Kidney #Health #teenagers #Girls #Qatar #VarunDhawan #NEWS #Google #instagramdown https://t.co/OCPUop0BOX

QNB Financial Services continues to remain “positive” longer-term on the Qatari market due to the country's macro strengths and expects flat second quarter normalised earnings for listed companies but a strong rebound in the remaining part of the year. https://t.co/kcZw191fYZ

RT @maineventjeon: do you all remember when Jungkook performed in Qatar as the first korean and kpop soloist, making history in every level…

Ah yes, a true native NYer who, according to her LinkedIn, left directly after high school and spent the next 29 years from 1990 until 2019 living in the UK, Bahrain, Qatar, and UAE. https://t.co/eXxRNzO2nh

RT @KentPage: "The beginning is always today." ~Mary Wollstonecraft Please retweet if you agree w/these #SaturdayThoughts & that #Educatio…

RT @JakeSullivan46: We welcome the restoration of diplomatic ties between Bahrain & Qatar, two close U.S. partners & Major Non-NATO Allies.…

Dr Thani al-Kuwari re-elected as OCA Vice President for West Asia https://t.co/aL4ziJrc3S

Fajer athan will be at 3:21am, and Sunrise at 4:50am. #Qatar

Turkish vice president embarks on visit to Qatar https://t.co/GdLw7uzXSl

RT @CanadaAction: France and Thailand just signed long term deals with Oman for new liquified natural gas supply starting in 2025. The USA…

Fifa Worldcup Doha- Qatar 2022 https://t.co/tLi1wd63nS

https://t.co/8dIyVJQvI7 why not do all #formula1 races in #Qatar .or the #UAE ... it will be even more efficient and help with carbon neutrality.

RT @the_marcoli_boy: Kwadwo Sheldon Studios hosting the Tournament and coming last reminds me of Qatar and Argentina just that ours wasn't…

RT @JoramvKlaveren: Thanks for the invitation @AJArabic and the interesting conversation about life, politics and of course #Islam And what…

RT @Roanokeseattle: The hometown 9 and the hometown XI are both in action today, come watch at @RoanokeSeattle #Mariners -Astros 4:15pm #…

RT @KentPage: "Shine like the star you are born to be." ~Karen Civil Please retweet if you agree w/this #FridayFeeling & that #EducationCa…

RT @KentPage: "Shine like the star you are born to be." ~Karen Civil Please retweet if you agree w/this #FridayFeeling & that #EducationCa…

RT @RealmCopier: New F1 23 video is out now! We're at Qatar for the first time and it's gonna be a banger! How will we fair at one of the s…

RT @the_marcoli_boy: Kwadwo Sheldon Studios hosting the Tournament and coming last reminds me of Qatar and Argentina just that ours wasn't…

We’re slowly removing weak links and putting the best in the business in their position. Once Qatar is confirmed we’re going in for Kylian and that’s about it for everyone I’m afraid https://t.co/Hg7KdEyRug

RT @KentPage: "The beginning is always today." ~Mary Wollstonecraft Please retweet if you agree w/these #SaturdayThoughts & that #Educatio…

New F1 23 video is out now! We're at Qatar for the first time and it's gonna be a banger! How will we fair at one of the sport's new circuits? https://t.co/6dQYd2xsxm

RT @JF20_02: Whole wc was rigged for Messi as soon as he touched down in Qatar. They had every decision go for them

Review: Qatar Airways Boeing 737 MAX First Class (AUH-DOH) https://t.co/SwnbIlUIfd

So big announcement about Qatar today apparently, let’s see if Rio acc knows what he’s on about

RT @may32618: "During the ongoing Israeli attack on Jenin refugee camp, Israeli occupation attacked Palestinian journalists working with th…

What happens when the breadwinner of a poor rural family, working abroad, in a country like Qatar, returns in a coffin, and what COMMITTED has decided to do about it. https://t.co/AWZavHeOiz #charity

RT @MrSinha_: As per seculars -India,France,Sweden etc are IsIamophobic countries -Turkey,Pakistan,Bangladesh,Qatar etc aren't IsIamophobic…

"During the ongoing Israeli attack on Jenin refugee camp, Israeli occupation attacked Palestinian journalists working with the Qatar-based Al-Araby TV Network and destroyed their equipment. #Jenin #JeninUnderAttack #jenincamp #IsraeliCrimes

RT @MGSparky20: Enough is enough Get the #GlazersOut of our beloved #ManchesterUnited NOW!!! We must get the Glazers gone and bring in #…