Qatar says security remains stable after US embassy asks citizens to 'shelter in place'
Authorities in Qatar have affirmed that the security situation in the country remains stable and under control, following a series of precautionary advisories issued by some foreign embassies to their citizens.
Advisor to Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Dr Majed Al Ansari, emphasised that these notices do not indicate the presence of any specific or credible threats within Qatar.
The US Embassy in Qatar sent an email to American citizens on Monday recommending them to shelter in place until further notice. The embassy clarified that the message was issued 'out of an abundance of caution' and did not provide additional details.
In response, the Qatari official reassured both citizens and residents that security services are closely monitoring the situation and are fully prepared to take any necessary measures to safeguard public safety.
Al Ansari wrote on X: "These advisories do not necessarily reflect the existence of specific or credible threats. We would like to reassure the public that the security situation in the State remains stable.
"The relevant authorities are closely monitoring the situation and remain fully prepared to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of citizens, residents and visitors.
"The public will be kept informed of any developments that may warrant notification or action, and we stress the importance of obtaining information from official sources."
He added that Qatar continues to exert intensive diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region and to preserve regional security and stability through ongoing engagement with relevant stakeholders and regional and international partners.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Khaleej Times
an hour ago
- Khaleej Times
Qatar summons Iran ambassador after attack on US base
The foreign ministry expressed its"strong condemnation" of the attack Iran earlier said that its actions did not pose any threat to "brotherly" Qatar. Hours after the Iranian strikes on Al Udeid base in Qatar, Trump announced what he called a "complete and total" ceasefire to end the 12-day war. After the ceasefire took effect, Israel has accused Iran of violations, and said it will "respond with force".
Zawya
2 hours ago
- Zawya
ADJD issues decisions on the registration of lawyers and law firm representatives
The Lawyers Affairs Committee at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has issued a number of regulatory decisions related to the registration of lawyers in the roll of practicing attorneys, and the renewal of registrations for law firm representatives. The decisions also included reviewing a range of professional requests and complaints, in line with the Department's commitment to continuously developing the regulatory framework of the legal profession and fostering a fair and transparent legal environment that keeps pace with judicial and legislative developments in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. During its regular meeting, chaired by His Excellency Counselor Yousef Saeed Al Abri, Undersecretary of the Judicial Department, the committee discussed the items on its agenda and made a series of decisions aimed at reinforcing the quality of legal performance and ensuring adherence to established professional standards. In this context, the committee approved the registration of two Emirati lawyers in the roll of practicing attorneys, following their successful completion of the approved training program at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Academy This reflects the Department's commitment to supporting and empowering national talents to engage in the legal profession with high levels of professionalism and competence. The committee also reviewed requests to renew the registration of 10 lawyers whose registrations had expired for more than two months, and decided to proceed with the renewal process after the applicants met all the approved requirements. In relation to professional compliance, the committee examined eight complaints filed against lawyers and issued appropriate decisions in accordance with the established procedures, ensuring justice, professional integrity, and the protection of the rights of all parties involved. The decisions also included the renewal of registration for three law firm representatives after verifying their fulfillment of the necessary requirements, in recognition of their role in executing legal procedures and supporting lawyers in performing their duties.
Khaleej Times
2 hours ago
- Khaleej Times
Some UAE employers offer work from home option after Iran strikes US base in Qatar
[Editor's Note: Follow the KT live blog for live updates on the Israel-Iran conflict.] Some companies in the UAE offered their employees the option to work from home on Tuesday, a day after Iran launched a missile attack on a US air base in Qatar. In an email to their employees, some explained that it was a measure taken for "caution" in the aftermath of the regional conflict. Sana K, an employee at a homegrown company, said that she got an email late on Monday evening. "It gave everyone the option to work from home, and I was very thankful," she said. "My family and I were up all night following the news. So, the work from home (WFH) option was a welcome move. I also decided not to send my children to school today." Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. She said Monday's situation made her family introspect: "We were up almost all night following the live news updates on TV. Even though there was no threat in the UAE, the attack in Qatar was scary. We are due to fly home next week, so everything seemed unsettling. That's when my son pointed out that people in many parts of the world live in a state of war daily. We were filled with gratitude for the safety and security we experience in the UAE." On Monday, Iran attacked an American airbase in Qatar, causing panic among Qatari residents. The incident was followed by a ceasefire between Israel and Iran after a 12-day conflict which saw both countries attack each other with missiles. Cautious step Another Dubai resident, F.K., said that his company also offered employees the option to work from home on Tuesday. 'Ours is an international MNC with headquarters in the US,' he said. 'They wanted to be extra cautious in light of the recent regional events. However, I decided to go in because I had some meetings that I wanted to attend in person. The drive to work was very smooth with very little traffic." Meanwhile, several companies have cancelled all work-related travel plans of their employees. Ali, who works as a sales manager, said that he was due to fly to Doha and later to Riyadh on Monday night but was advised to cancel all meetings. "My supervisor called me and asked me to cancel the meeting and the trip," he said. "He said the situation was too fluid and it was better to reschedule later. I am glad I did because I know there were brief suspensions of flights, which caused significant delays." Several flights were cancelled and rerouted as the conflict caused brief closures of airspaces of several countries in the region. Many travellers in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait faced delays due to the issue. Some airlines have advised people to expect delays in the coming weeks due to the incident.
