US President Donald Trump (C) attends a breakfast with business leaders in Doha on May 15, 2025. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP)
Doha, Qatar: US President Donald Trump arrived in Qatar on Wednesday, his second stop on a three-day tour of the Gulf.
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May 15, 2025; 2:40pm Doha time
Amir bids farewell to US President
The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani bid farewell to US President Donald Trump upon his departure from Al-Udeid Air Base today, following a two-day state visit to the country. Read more
May 15, 2025; 12:45pm Doha time
Trump arrives at al-Udeid military base, dances to ‘God Bless the USA’
Trump has now arrived at al-Udeid military base in Qatar.
The president stood on stage, shimmying and swaying to a song titled “God Bless the USA”, before he started his address.
He was flanked by rows of American troops behind him.
May 15, 2025;10:25am Doha time
Trump: ‘Iran very lucky to have Qatar’s Amir fighting for them’
“Iran is very lucky to have Qatar’s emir,” said Trump, stated Al Jazeera.
“He doesn’t want us to do a vicious blow to Iran. He’s [Qatar’s Amir] is fighting very much that we don’t [strike Iran]. Many people want us to go the other way round,” it added. Read more
May 15, 2025;10:07am Doha time
Donald Trump on Syria
The US president during his morning briefing from Doha, Qatar said:
Syria had “no chance with the sanctions”, Trump said. “They were very biting … Nobody could even deal with them.”
Damascus’ new president is “a strong guy”, the president said. “I thought he was good and let’s see what happens, but we’re going to give him a fighting chance.”
Both Turkiye and Saudi Arabia wanted the lift, and it’s “been very popular” regionally, Trump said. “So let’s see what happens, but it’s my honor to have done it.”
May 15, 2025;10 am Doha time
Trump says 'very serious negotiations' with Iran for peace
Al Jazeera reported that ahead of his departure at Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Trump says there are “very serious negotiations” taking place with Iran for long-term peace.
US President Donald Trump (C) attends a breakfast with business leaders in Doha on May 15, 2025.
Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP
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The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani hosted on Wednesday evening an official dinner banquet in honour of the President of the United States of America HE Donald Trump and his accompanying delegation, at Lusail Palace.
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The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani confirmed that the talks and the distinguished meeting of His Highness with President of the friendly United States of America HE Donald Trump on Wednesday dealt with the distinguished bilateral relations that unite the two countries.
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Qatar Central Bank Governor meets Founder of SpaceX and xAI. Read more: https://s.thepeninsula.qa/nblbfr
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The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President of the United States of America HE Donald Trump, witnessed the signing of an agreement and several memoranda of understanding between the two countries at the Amiri Diwan today.
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The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, held an official talks session with President of the United States of America HE President Donald Trump, at the Amiri Diwan today.
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#BREAKING: #Al Jazeera
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) May 14, 2025
US President HE Donald Trump: We spent two hours discussing world issues, including Russia and Ukraine, and you helped us a lot. We also discussed the Iran file.#Qatar #US pic.twitter.com/d7o6mjtXNK
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BREAKING: Al Jazeera: Trump thanks Amir for "everything"
According to Al Jazeera, US President HE Donald Trump conveyed his thanks to the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, saying: "I would like to thank you for everything, for your friendship, your leadership, and the wonderful work you are doing."
HE the US President also thanked HH the Amir for "helping us bring peace to several regions, such as Russia and Ukraine, and we will see progress in this file."
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HE President of the United States of America Donald Trump's visit to Doha seeks to further bolster the bilateral strategic partnership amid regional and international developments that require close coordination between both sides, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari said.
Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari
Trump thanks Amir for ‘beautiful friendship’
(3:20pm Doha time): Al Jazeera stated that the US president said he looks forward to working with Qatar “in the highest capacity” on peacebuilding efforts.
“I want to thank you for everything and particularly our friendship,” said Trump. “It’s been a very loyal, beautiful friendship.”
He also praised the warm reception and the setting of the Amiri Diwan.
Amir, Trump meet at Amiri Diwan
(3:10pm Doha time): Al Jazeera stated that the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani delivered opening remarks at the Amiri Diwan, saying, he was "very excited' for the visit that could boost US-Qatari ties on all fronts – from investment to energy, to military cooperation.
“President Trump, I’ve known you for many years. I know that you are a man of peace,” said the Amir. “I know that you want to bring peace to this region … We hope that this time we can do the wise thing and bring peace.”
US President arrives at Amiri Diwan
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani led well-wishers to welcome the US President His Excellency Donald Trump at the Amiri Diwan.
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani led well-wishers to welcome the US President His Excellency Donald Trump at the Amiri Diwan.
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Trump heading to Amiri Diwan
Trump’s first event in Doha is expected to be an arrival ceremony at the Amiri Diwan, reported Al Jazeera.
Al Jazeera quoted officials stating that at the Amiri Diwan there will be bilateral meetings, adding that numerous US officials and business leaders will also be travelling to Doha.
Amiri Air Force escorts Trump aboard Air Force One
Margo Martin, Communications Advisor and Special Assistant to the President Donald Trump, shared this video on X, formerly Twitter.
"Qatari F-15’s providing honorary escort for Air Force One!," she wrote.
Qatari F-15’s providing honorary escort for Air Force One! ???????????????? pic.twitter.com/nUsif3HWrh
— Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) May 14, 2025
Amir leads well-wishers to welcome US President
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani leads the delegation in welcoming US President Donald Trump. Read more
حضرة صاحب السمو الشيخ تميم بن حمد آل ثاني، أمير البلاد المفدى يتقدم مستقبلي فخامة الرئيس الأمريكي دونالد ترامب
— تلفزيون قطر (@QatarTelevision) May 14, 2025
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Air Force One lands at HIA
2pm: Trump touched down at Hamad International Airport in Doha, following his visit to Saudi Arabia.
وصول طائرة فخامة الرئيس الأمريكي دونالد ترامب إلى مطار حمد الدولي
— تلفزيون قطر (@QatarTelevision) May 14, 2025
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