Qatar says some personnel departing US base over 'regional tensions'
Summary
Qatar has ordered some personnel to leave the US Al Udeid military base amid heightened regional tensions linked to the US-Iran conflict and ongoing protests in Iran.
Key Points
- Some US personnel have been asked to depart the Al Udeid military base in Qatar due to regional tensions.
- Qatar cited security measures to protect critical infrastructure and military facilities as reasons for the personnel movement.
- Iran previously targeted the Al Udeid base following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
- Mass protests in Iran have led to a deadly crackdown, with over 700 confirmed deaths largely attributed to the unrest.
