US reaches deal to extend military presence at Qatar base - source

Summary

1. US deal extends military presence at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar for an additional decade.
2. Al Udeid Air Base is the largest US military facility in the Middle East.
3. Qatar's role in mediating between Hamas, Israel, and hostage situations highlighted.
4. Qatar faces US congressional criticism for hosting Hamas.
5. Qatar assists in US dialogues with the Taliban and in prisoner swaps.

References

• Media Check: Reuters - Media Bias/Fact Check ( (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
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