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  "id": 17607584,
  "title": "Qatar condemns ‘reckless and irresponsible’ attack on LNG carrier in Arabian Gulf",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/qatar-condemns-reckless-and-irresponsible-attack-on-lng-carrier-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-01T13:26:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Doha News",
    "slug": "doha-news",
    "url": "https://dohanews.co/qatar-condemns-reckless-and-irresponsible-attack-on-lng-carrier-in-arabian-gulf/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited reported that its vessel, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier Al Mayeda, was hit by unidentified objects while sailing in the Arabian Gulf on Friday. The State of Qatar has condemned the attack, describing it as a dangerous escalation and a reckless and irresponsible act.\n\nThe Qatari foreign ministry stated that the country reserves its right to take all necessary measures under international law and the United Nations Charter to protect its property, interests, and the safety of its ships and crews. Investigations are currently underway to determine the circumstances of the incident and identify those responsible.\n\nQatar warned that such attacks pose serious risks to regional stability, maritime navigation, and global energy security. According to The Peninsula Qatar, the ministry also highlighted potential grave repercussions for the global economy, the marine environment, and the water security of countries in the region.",
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        "published": "2026-11-01T10:37:21.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "The Peninsula Qatar",
        "title": "Qatar condemns attack on LNG Carrier in Arabian Gulf",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/qatar-condemns-attack-on-lng-carrier-in-arabian-gulf",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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