Coalition reconsiders decision on Qatar amid questions over PM's Qantas ties
Anthony Albanese's ties to Qantas and his decision to block Qatar Airways from offering more flights in Australia are under closer scrutiny.
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Qatar is offering a quarter stake in Virgin Australia
Travelers would have more flight options and more competition if the Qatar government proposed a large stake in Virgin Australia. Qatar Airways Group intends to acquire a 25 percent minority stake in Virgin Australia from Bain Capital, the airlines announced on Tuesday.
Blinken comes to Qatar to negotiate ceasefire in Gaza
Israeli forces clashed with militants in the central and southern areas of the Gaza Strip, killing 39 people, according to Palestinian authorities.
Intelligence chiefs take part in ceasefire talks in Qatar
Intelligence officials from Israel, Egypt and the United States meet with the Prime Minister of Qatar to negotiate a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.