UN Mediation: Qatar’s foreign ministry minister HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi took part in the UN Group of Friends of Mediation meeting, stressing the need for coordinated mediation as Qatar works from Gaza to Afghanistan and, with Pakistan, to help de-escalate US-Iran tensions and protect Hormuz navigation. Gaza Early Recovery: Qatar called for moving Gaza’s peace roadmap into its second phase without delay, linking early recovery to ceasefire, humanitarian access and reconstruction, while UN officials warned the enclave’s economy has hit a record collapse. Haiti Security: Qatar backed Haiti’s stability at an ECOSOC Haiti meeting, citing a $30m pledge to support the UN trust fund for the multinational Gang Suppression Force and stressing credible, inclusive elections led by Haitians. LDC Support at UNGA: Qatar urged stronger international action for least developed countries as overlapping economic, climate and food crises deepen structural challenges, pointing to Doha’s $60m LDC5 pledge and ongoing partnership work. Culture as Diplomacy: Sheikha Al Mayassa said cultural institutions can keep dialogue alive when political channels close, highlighting Qatar’s experience during the blockade and its continued support for artists and exhibitions. Cyber & Tech: A Qatar-linked roundup flagged new AI-era threats, including banking trojans and AI tool leaks, while Microsoft announced major Middle East AI spending through 2030 including Qatar. Sports & Governance: Qatar’s Attorneys Admission Committee met under the justice minister, and Qatar Museums continued international cultural partnership work in South America.