You raise a good point Mutt. And I don't blame you. The internet is an anynomous communication platform, and so it is easy to assume a certain identity or character online.
I don't work for Qatar Airways but not some people working there. All the way from the Flight Deck Crew to the 9th Floor. I also know people working at the airport, CAA, government and even some of QR's suppliers. That is where I base my information from. Whether you choose to trust me, it is up to you.
I am Qatari, and as my pledge of allegiance says: I pledge my allegiance to God, My country [Qatar] and the Amir. That could make me biased towards Qatar Airways [Flag Carrier] at some times, but also these disgruntled ex-employees will sure be biased. You tell me if you are fired will you say "I messed up" or will you blame other people, of course you'll blame other people.
Any way enough of me hijacking A300Man's thread, which is about news by the way and not about the validity of my or someone elses statements.
Rgds,
MTQ