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Saudi Arabia to host 41st GCC summit to discuss Qatar crisis
Summit expected to attend mainly to relations with Iran, its nuclear programme

Egyptian president, Kuwaiti FM discuss reconciliation with Qatar
In 2017 Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Bahrain cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of supporting terrorism and interfering in their internal affairs.

Egypt says good intentions only condition for reconciliation with Qatar
Good intentions are the only condition to achieve true reconciliation and restore relations between the Arab Quartet (Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrian) and Qatar, according to Egypt’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ahmed Hafez.

Egypt welcomes Kuwaiti mediation for resolution of Gulf crisis
Guarantee of serious commitment to points agreed upon is imperative, says Egyptian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson

Kuwait says progress made in resolving Gulf tensions
Kuwait FM said “all parties affirmed their eagerness, to reach a final agreement”, thanking White House senior adviser Jared Kushner for his efforts”

Egypt’s human rights foundation renews complaint to UNHCR over Qatar’s violations
The organisation has also called on Qatar to stop arresting its citizens, including a member of the ruling family, for only exercising their legitimate right and peacefully expressing their views.

Qatar, Egypt most affected Arab countries by air pollution: HEI ReportÂ
Ambient air pollution accounts for thousands of deaths every year in Arab region

Establishing demilitarised zone in Sirte to divide Libya, support Turkish goals: Libyan MP
However, sources told Al Arabiya that the officials will discuss “military situation east of Misrata, and developing a plan for an attack on Sirte and Jufra.” They added that the talks will also focus “on developing the military airbase at Al-Watiya and provide it with advanced military equipment.”

Liverpool to kick-start FIFA Club World Cup campaign, eyeing first-ever title
The Reds to play Mexico’s Monterrey in semi-finals on Wednesday

Gulf crisis expected to reach solution, US commanderÂ
Best way to defend the UAE is from Qatar and Oman

Air-to-air missile seized in Italy was sold 25 years ago: Qatar
The Italian police reported that an air-to-air missile belonging to the Qatari armed forces was found during raids on neo-Nazi sympathisers in a statement on Monday.

“US will not pay for expanding Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar is responsible”: says Trump
Trump clarified during his speech that Qatar will pay for the expansion of Al Udeid Air Base, stressing that his country will not pay anything, noting that Qatari investments in the US are considered the largest.

Maat highlights violations against expatriate workers, refugees in Qatar, Turkey
Foreign workers suffer servitude in Qatar, while refugees in Turkey live in poor conditions, says Okeil

Qatar invited to emergency Arab summits in Mecca: Foreign Ministry
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt have imposed an economic and diplomatic boycott on Qatar since June 2017 over allegations that Doha supports terrorism. Meanwhile, Qatar denies the charges.

Tobruk Parliament calls on UN Security Council to stop Qatari, Turkish intervention
Calls followed Qatar’s Foreign Minister’s demand to impose arms embargo on LNA

Qatar calls for activating arms embargo against LNA
Haftar’s moves hinder international efforts for holding national forum, says Al-Thani

Asian Cup: Qatar beat neighbors UAE to book place in final
Qatar continued their unlikely run to the Asian Cup final with a 4-0 thrashing of the United Arab Emirates. Qatar have now scored 16 goals and conceded none in the tournament, and will face Japan in Friday’s final.Qatar will meet Japan in the Asian Cup final after a 4-0 thrashing of hosts United Arab Emirates …

Al-Bashir visits Qatar in first foreign visit since demonstrations erupted
Qatar one of countries expressed support for Al-Bashir since beginning of demonstrations

Saudi Arabia, Qatar compete for 2019 AFC Asian Cup
CĂşper plans to defeat the Japanese, Lebanon takes its final shot

Qatar expresses readiness for “unconditional dialogue” with Gulf crisis parties
US envoy tasked with resolving crisis quit his post, announcing failure in his mission

US Secretary of State in Qatar urges end to Gulf diplomatic rift
Pompeo has flown on to Saudi Arabia

Pharaohs’ handball team attempts to repeat scenario of France World Cup by beating Qatar
Championship is being held in Denmark, Germany from 10 to 27 January

Boycott should be lifted for talks with Saudi Arabia to take place: Qatar
Qatar still counting on Kuwait, other countries to help solve dispute with Arab quartet

Democracy in Arab world leads to civil wars, I refuse calls to amend Constitution: Dr. Abdelmoneim El Saeed
Files of terrorism, water, regional situation, not completely in our hands

Egypt, Arab countries ready to end Gulf crisis if Qatari policies change: Shoukry
Minister will meet with Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi

Op-ed Review: writers support Bin Salman, Trump; slam Turkey, Qatar, Washington Post in Khashoggi case
Ahead of Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman’s expected visit to Egypt, some writers picked up once more the Jamal Khashoggi’s murder case, showing their support of Saudi Arabia and praising US President Donald Trump’s position on the issue. In state-owned Al-Ahram, Ahmed Abdel Tawab said Qatar and Turkey were waiting for this opportunity to …

Cutting ties with Qatar will continue until 13 demands become fulfilled: ShoukryÂ
Minister conducted bilateral meetings to strengthen foreign affairs on sidelines of 73rd UNGA sessions

Germany and Qatar eye deeper economic ties
At a Qatar investment conference in Berlin, Germany is hoping for energy investment, while an economic blockade has propelled the small Gulf state to shop for other partners beyond its neighbors.In the lobby of Berlin’s Maritim Hotel, seven models of football stadiums glow brightly on pedestals. The biggest, Al Bayt Stadium — which in its …

Is Qatar failing to deliver on its World Cup promises?
Qatar has come under immense criticism over the deaths of hundreds of foreign workers at FIFA 2022 World Cup venues. It’s pledged reforms, but whats happening on the ground? Anchal Vohra reports from Qatar.On a mid-summer afternoon workers are carving out a diamond in the desert, at least that’s what the Education City Stadium is …

Hajj set to begin amid Qatar-Saudi tensions and Egypt’s economic woes
The six-day Muslim pilgrimage known as the hajj will welcome 1.6 million Muslims as relations between Qatar and Saudi Arabia remain tense. Many Egyptians have been unable to afford the journey as the economy splutters.Qatar has accused Saudi Arabia of blocking its citizens from attending this year’s hajj because of the ongoing diplomatic feud. The …