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5 articles

PoliticsDefense

Trump confirms Qatari-donated Air Force One will be taken out of service for defensive upgrades, acknowledging security concerns amid Iran tensions.

July 20, 2026—5 min read

PoliticsTransportation

President Trump flew aboard the newly refurbished VC-25B Bridge aircraft, a Qatari-gifted Boeing 747-8i, to North Dakota for a library opening.

July 1, 2026—4 min read

DisasterEnergy

Explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan gas facility killed 13 workers and injured 66. Minister confirmed it was a technical accident, not sabotage.

June 22, 2026—4 min read

PoliticsUnited States

President Trump unveiled a converted Qatari Boeing 747 as the new Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, replacing a 36-year-old aircraft.

June 21, 2026—4 min read

PoliticsNational Security

President Trump unveiled a converted Qatari 747 as the new Air Force One, sparking debate over the Emoluments Clause, costs, and national security.

June 20, 2026—5 min read