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Correct Answer : Option d

Explanation
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted an airstrike in the Leqtaifiya district of Qatar's capital Doha.

Statement 1 is correct: Qatar, officially known as the State of Qatar, is a hereditary monarchy that has been ruled by the Al Thani family since the mid-19th century. The current Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, assumed power in 2013 following his father’s abdication. While the political system is based on absolute monarchy, Qatar also has a constitution and an advisory Shura Council.

Statement 2 is correct: Qatar is a peninsula situated on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It shares a single land border with Saudi Arabia to the south, while the rest of its territory is surrounded by the Persian Gulf. Qatar also has maritime boundaries with Bahrain, the UAE, and Iran, but no other land borders.

Statement 3 is correct: Qatar is one of the world’s leading exporters of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), alongside the United States and Australia. As of 2024, it accounted for 18.8% of global LNG exports, shipping over 77 million tonnes annually. Its primary markets are in Asia, including South Korea, Japan, China, and India, with Europe becoming an increasingly important destination. Qatar is also expanding its LNG production through the North Field Expansion Project to maintain its leadership in the global energy market.