US Embassy in Qatar issues security advisory for personnel
Reports indicate that the United States has begun relocating some personnel from Middle Eastern bases following warnings from Iranian officials that American installations could be targeted if Washington carries out military strikes against Iran. Qatar confirmed that some staff have left Al Udeid Air Base due to rising regional tensions.
The embassy stated that it continues to monitor the situation closely. “At this time, U.S. Embassy staffing and operations are unchanged, and consular services continue as normal,” the advisory said.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump commented on the unrest in Iran, saying that killings of protesters are reportedly “stopping” and did not rule out possible US military action. “We have been informed by very important sources on the other side, and they said the killing has stopped and the executions won't take place. We’ll watch and see what happens,” he said.
Trump has repeatedly expressed support for protesters in Iran, where authorities’ crackdown is reported to have caused thousands of casualties. Iranian officials, in turn, have accused the US and Israel of supporting what they describe as “riots” and “terrorism.”
No official casualty or detainee figures have been released by Iranian authorities. Human rights organizations estimate that at least 2,500 people, including both protesters and security personnel, have been killed, with more than 1,100 others injured.
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