The Strange Case of an Hermès Heir, an Emir and a Deal Gone Wrong
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The Strange Case of an Hermès Heir, an Emir and a Deal Gone Wrong

Nicolas Puech agreed to sell his multibillion-dollar stake in his family’s luxury goods empire to the royal family of Qatar, but then said he couldn’t gain access to his shares.
Qatar Bribery Case Cracks Open European Parliament — and Finds Hidden Cash
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Qatar Bribery Case Cracks Open European Parliament — and Finds Hidden Cash

Prosecutors say the glamorous lifestyle of a European lawmaker masked a Qatari corruption scandal. It exposed how vulnerable Brussels is to foreign influence.
Qatar Extends Its Natural Gas Dominance at Russia’s Expense
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Qatar Extends Its Natural Gas Dominance at Russia’s Expense

As its influence grows, the country is poised to become a big energy supplier to Europe, which has turned away from Russia after its invasion of Ukraine.