Some three years after construction of the Palm Jumeirah islands off the Dubai coast began, Qatar decided to build its own artificial island. The small country was no stranger to land reclamation ...

Qatar, which sits 190 kilometres (120 miles) south of Iran, relies heavily on desalination for its water supply, as do other Gulf Arab countries in the arid desert region. Iran has a nuclear power ...

Al Wakrah (Qatar) (AFP) – With the rev of an engine and a last tremendous pull, Raghdan Salem Zodeh's SUV was freed from the sand and rising tides near a resort in the desert state of Qatar.

Qatar’s manmade island development blends Middle Eastern and European styles to create a successful coastal community that attracts residents and curious daytrippers.

Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh ... as do other Gulf Arab countries in the arid desert region. Iran has a nuclear power plant at Bushehr on the Gulf coast, though its uranium enrichment facilities ...