By Barnabas Augustine
CORPORAL NEWS - In a discreet ceremony this week, the head of Qatar’s intelligence service, Abdullah bin Mohammed al-Khulaifi, was awarded the prestigious George Tenet Medal by his US counterpart, CIA Director Bill Burns. The accolade, a rare public recognition of foreign intelligence cooperation, underscores the deep-rooted partnership between the two nations.
Al-Khulaifi’s receipt of the medal is seen as a testament to his instrumental role in thwarting regional threats. Sources suggest his intelligence work has been pivotal in disrupting extremist networks and preventing attacks across the Middle East.
The award is named after George Tenet, the former CIA director who oversaw a tumultuous period in US history, including the controversial invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq. The choice of this medal is particularly significant, highlighting the enduring nature of the US-Qatar alliance.
Neither the CIA nor Qatar’s State Security Agency has publicly commented on the award. However, the honour is expected to further solidify the strategic relationship between the two countries.
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