The Diamond League continues to monitor the situation in Doha, working in close coordination with meeting organizers, the Qatar Athletics Federation, the relevant authorities in Qatar and World Athletics. The Wanda Diamond League meeting in Doha is currently scheduled to go ahead as planned on 8 May, but whether it will ultimately proceed remains uncertain. Specific alternative options being explored have not been disclosed. The safety of athletes and spectators is the primary priority for the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Doha, according to Diamond League organizers and the Qatar Athletics Federation. The Qatar Athletics Federation stated that the safety of athletes and spectators is its primary priority, and it is also exploring alternative solutions with all involved parties. Diamond League organizers echoed this, saying the safety of athletes and spectators is their primary concern, and they are also exploring alternative options with all stakeholders.
Most sporting events in the region have been cancelled or postponed due to the war. Formula One races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia next month will no longer be going ahead, according to Formula One chiefs. The Finalissima match between Spain and Argentina has been cancelled due to the Iran war, with teams unable to agree on an alternative venue, multiple reports indicate. The exact reasons why the Finalissima match could not agree on an alternative venue are unclear. Whether other major sporting events in Qatar beyond those mentioned are also at risk of cancellation or postponement is not yet known.
It does not look bright right now.
Since the USA and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs has advised Swedes against traveling to Qatar. Wessfeldt, a Swedish official, will follow the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs' recommendation regarding travel to Qatar. According to SVT Sport, Wessfeldt described the situation as not looking bright right now. The full impact of the Swedish travel advisory on Swedish athletes or spectators planning to attend the Doha event has not been assessed.