International

Trump Rebukes Netanyahu Over Israeli Strike in Qatar

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a rare rebuke of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Israel carried out an airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders. Trump stressed that the decision to strike was made solely by Israel and described it as “counterproductive,” arguing that it damaged both American and Israeli strategic interests. Regret Over Timing […]

International

US Says It Warned Qatar Before Israel’s Strike

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

The White House said it had informed Qatari officials in advance of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha. Qatar disputed the account, insisting it only learned of the attack after explosions began. The disagreement focuses on when, and through whom, the message was delivered, as Israel widened its operations beyond Gaza. Trump’s Reaction U.S. […]

International

Pentagon Confirms Iranian Missile Strike at U.S. Base in Qatar

By BPN News Desk July 12, 2025

The Pentagon has confirmed that one of the ballistic missiles fired by Iran during its June 23 retaliation strike successfully hit the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, a key operational hub for U.S. forces in the Middle East. The missile caused minor structural damage but resulted in no injuries or disruptions to operations. Communication […]

International Middle East

Hamas Agrees to Draft Ceasefire Deal, Hostage Release in Gaza

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2025

Hamas agrees to a draft ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza, facilitated by Egypt and Qatar, pending Israeli Cabinet approval.