FIFA announces deal between Jerusalem and Doha, which have no official ties; Palestinians can also take the Ben Gurion flights, which will be subject to Israeli security measures

Hamad Al Suwaidi, pushed back into spotlight by sculpture, tells Kan broadcaster region should accept Israel as a fact, hopes to visit Tel Aviv, dismisses criticism

Official says office would help visitors to Gulf nation, with which Israel has no diplomatic relations, during November soccer tournament, but says these are not diplomatic talks

Despite lack of ties, nations coordinate on fans having consular assistance; Doha said to request Palestinians also be allowed to attend tournament

Agreement with Jordanian, European authorities to shorten flights comes after deal to allow Israelis to attend tournament in Gulf nation

Despite lack of ties between Doha and Jerusalem, Israel says soccer fans holding match tickets will be granted entry; announcement makes no mention of security concerns

Almost 15,000 Israelis have already purchased tickets for the match; security officials said to be worried over Iranian presence in the country during tournament

Saudi Elaph news site says army heads discuss Gulf state joining anti-Iran pact; at US 5th fleet HQ, IDF chief says Israel built regional network of 'strategic security partners'

Al-Thani says his country will maintain 'working relationship' with Jerusalem to aid Palestinians, but agreement unlikely with no 'commitment' to two-state solution

Social media users share images of Israeli flag blacked out on Nawaf Al-Temyat's shirt ; 3 Algerian players refuse to play due to involvement of Israeli manager