Published on, Sept. 21 -- September 21, 2025 3:58 PM

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has departed for New York to participate in the 80th United Nations General Assembly session, the Amiri Diwan confirmed on Sunday. His visit comes at a time when global attention is focused on mounting humanitarian and security challenges, particularly in the Middle East.

World leaders are gathering in New York as the war between Israel and Hamas nears its second year, with no significant progress toward peace. The prolonged conflict has intensified instability in the region, while worsening humanitarian suffering in Gaza. Sheikh Tamim's participation signals Qatar's continued diplomatic engagement on pressing international and regional cri...