Qatar has begun work to resume production at an LNG export plant

Qatar's move to resume production at its LNG export plant signifies a potential boost in global liquefied natural gas supply, which could help address ongoing energy shortages, especially in Europe.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 8 Apr 2026, 12:31 UTCOn the live feed at 12:11 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Saudi Arabia’s east-west oil pipeline was hit by a drone attack, FT reports citing sources; a pumping station was hit around 1pm local time (just over 2 hours ago)

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US General Caine says the US operation in Iran achieved its objectives; ceasefire is a pause, the joint force remains ready to resume combat

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Qatar has begun work to resume production at an LNG export plant

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Israeli military Chief of Staff Zamir says they will continue striking Hezbollah with determination

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US War Secretary Hegseth reiterates how Iran will not have a nuclear weapon; Iran has had enough and Iran begged for this ceasefire; US military achieved every single objective

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