Qatar is the first Arab nation to host the tournament, bringing all the country’s contradictions to the fore.
Category: Qatar
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5 Books to Read About Qatar Before the World Cup
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Qatar Will Allow Israelis to Fly Directly to Doha for World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:The move fell short of creating formal diplomatic ties between the countries, but it was the latest sign of warming relations between Israel and some Arab governments.
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Will Qatar Be Ready for the World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:As sports fans prepare to flood the tiny Gulf nation, cranes and loaders are still running hard — as is criticism of Qatar’s human rights record and exploitation of workers.
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Qatar Offered Fans Free World Cup Trips. But There Was a Catch.
The New York Times – Sports:Organizers are providing travel and tickets to hundreds of fans of the participating teams. But only if they promise not to criticize Qatar, and to report people who do.