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Qatar’s residents squeezed as World Cup rental demand soars

FILE - Domes featuring different national colors are displayed near the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center where soccer World Cup draw will be held, in Doha, Qatar, Thursday, March 31, 2022. Qatar's residents squeezed as World Cup rental demand soars. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic, File)

FILE - A view of hotels and other buildings is seen at the West Bay area in Doha, Qatar, Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. Qatar's residents squeezed as World Cup rental demand soars. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic, File)

FILE - A woman plays badminton by the sea in front of the city skyline in Doha, Qatar, Friday, May 4, 2018. Qatar's residents squeezed as World Cup rental demand soars.(AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili, File)

FILE - A count down clock is displayed at the seafront in Doha, Qatar, Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Qatar's residents squeezed as World Cup rental demand soars. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic, File)

Qatar’s residents squeezed as World Cup rental demand soars