US Embassy in Qatar recommends sheltering in place Qatar says situation stable

DOHA - The U.S. embassy in Qatar emailed a message to U.S. citizens in the Gulf country on Monday recommending that they shelter in place until further notice.

The message noted the recommendation was out of an abundance of caution and offered no further information.

Commenting on the message, Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said in a statement that the security situation in the country remained stable, adding that the embassys advisory did not suggest any specific threat.

Al Ansari said Qatar was ready to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens and residents.

Qatar hosts Al Udeid Air Base, the largest U.S. base in the Middle East, which serves as the forward headquarters for U.S. Central Command and accommodates approximately 10,000 troops. REUTERS

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