US Withdraws Some Troops from Al Udeid Airbase in Qatar Amid Rising Regional Tensions

The Qatari government announced on Wednesday, January 13, that the United States has withdrawn part of its personnel from the Al Udeid military base. Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that this move was made due to regional tensions and to ensure the safety of the forces. Earlier, Reuters reported that the US is removing some of its troops from bases across the Middle East. This decision came after warnings from Iranian officials, who declared that US bases in the region would be targeted in the event of an attack by Washington. The Al Udeid base is one of the most important US military centers in the Middle East and plays a key role in the country’s operations. Informed sources have emphasized that the reduction in personnel does not imply the closure or suspension of base activities, as operations will continue. These developments occur amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington and growing concerns about the escalation of conflict in the region.