US embassy in Qatar urges caution over travel to Al-Udeid air base

The US embassy in Qatar said it has advised its personnel to exercise increased caution and limit non-essential travel to Al-Udeid Air Base amid heightened regional tensions.
"We recommend U.S. citizens in Qatar do the same," it said in a security alert.
The embassy said it is continuing to monitor the situation.
"At this time, U.S. Embassy staffing and operations are unchanged, and consular services continue as normal," it added.
The US is pulling some personnel from Middle East bases, according to media reports, following a warning from a senior Iranian official that Tehran would target American installations if Washington carries out strikes against Iran
Qatar confirmed the departure of some personnel from the Al Udeid Air Base due to rising tensions.

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