Stories about Qatar from May, 2008
Saudi Arabia: Dhahran Under Siege
Saudi Arabia hosted the Gulf Cooperation Council's Summit in its Eastern province, bringing the leaders of Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and the UAE under one roof - and holding the residents of Dhahran and Dammam hostage for the duration of their meeting as all the main highways leading to and from the city were shut.
Lebanon: National dialogue in Doha
Lebanese parliamentarians, ministers, and opposing political leaders are currently holding talks in Doha, Qatar. This national dialogue came at the end of violent clashes between opposition and pro–government groups two weeks ago. The talks are taking place since Saturday in an attempt to reach an agreement on the national unity government, the election law and to finally elect a consensus president. Following are some bloggers reactions on the dialogue.
Qatar: Jailed AL Jazeera Cameraman Free
“Our colleague Sami Al Hajj, who was detained in Guantanamo for more than six years has been released. His plane has just landed in Khartoum airport. Like many others, Sami...
Qatar: Sami Al Hajj Free
Qatar Living reports the realise of Qatar-based Al Jazeera cameraman Sami Al Hajj, who has been held at Guantanamo Bay for six years without charges.
