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US lowers security alert at Qatar air base, sources say
Qatar confirmed on January 14 that some personnel have departed the US Air Base of Al Udeid, saying that this was 'in response to the current regional tensions'
- PUBLISHED: Thu 15 Jan 2026, 5:18 PM UPDATED: Thu 15 Jan 2026, 5:39 PM
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The security warning level at the US Al Udeid air base in Qatar has been lowered after a heightened alert triggered on Wednesday, three sources briefed on the situation told Reuters on Thursday.
US aircraft that were moved out of Al Udeid on Wednesday are gradually returning to the base, one of the sources added. The other two sources, both diplomats who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that some personnel who were advised to leave the base on Wednesday have also been permitted to return.
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The US embassy in Qatar did not comment when contacted by Reuters.
Qatar confirmed on Wednesday that some personnel have departed the US Air Base of Al Udeid, saying that these measures are being undertaken "in response to the current regional tensions".
In a statement, the Gulf country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed that "the State of Qatar continues to implement all necessary measures to safeguard the security and safety of its citizens and residents as a top priority, including actions related to the protection of critical infrastructure and military facilities."
The International Media Office of the State of Qatar said, "should any developments arise, it will be communicated through the official designated channels."
