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US at capacity: Hormuz crisis squeezes LNG, prices up

Qatar disruption deepens crunch as no quick supply fix emerges

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A two-month halt in LNG shipments from Qatar — one of the world’s largest suppliers — has triggered a sharp surge in prices across Europe and Asia, intensifying pressure on economies heavily reliant on imported gas for power, heating and industry.

International flights resume operations to Qatar

Qatar restores regular air services after disruption, says aviation authority

Qatar reopens skies as international carriers restart regular operations

Qatar resumes in-person learning across schools

The decision applies to government and private schools, kindergartens and nurseries

Doha skyline.

Kuwait condemns drone attacks, US warns vs Hormuz toll

Cautious optimism as the question of Lebanon still uncertain

Lebanese army soldiers secure the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted a building the day before in Beirut's Corniche al-Mazraa neighbourhood on April 9, 2026.

Hezbollah fires rockets into Israel as truce 'violated'

Iran agrees to cease military action, safe Hormuz passage after US accepts 10‑point plan

First responders and residents gather at the site of an Israeli airstrike in Beirut's Tallet al-Khayyat neighbourhood, on April 8, 2026.

Using emergency alert as ringtones risks legal action

Playing or sharing National Emergency Alert sounds in public or private is illegal

Qatar warns against using emergency alert tones as ringtones

Qatar offers loan deferrals amid regional unrest

The bank provides repo facilities and payment relief to maintain stability

Measures aim to ease financial pressure as Gulf states respond to Iran war fallout.

Saudi, Jordan, Qatar leaders meet amid regional unrest

Trilateral talks focus on Iran conflict risks to security, trade and energy supplies

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (left).

In-person classes set to resume across Qatar

Authorities stress safety, readiness, and support for students and staff

A view of the Doha skyline.

Heavy rain and lightning strike Doha in storm

Pouring rain and lightning across the streets of Doha as a storm hits the Qatari capital

Thunderstorm lashes Doha with rain and lightning

UAE stands with Qatar, Türkiye after helicopter crash

Seven personnel killed during routine mission in territorial waters

People sit with the reflection of the Doha skyline along the Doha Corniche.

Iran drones hit Gulf refineries, spark regional tension

Fires break out in Kuwait and Bahrain as Saudi Arabia and Qatar shoot down aerial threats

The Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar’s principal site for production of liquefied natural gas and gas-to-liquid, administrated by Qatar Petroleum, some 80km north of capital Doha. File photo.

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