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flag U.S. troops evacuated from Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base in early 2026 amid Iranian strikes and rising regional tensions.

flag In early 2026, U.S. military personnel were evacuated from its largest base in the Middle East, Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, following reports of Iranian strikes, raising fears of escalating regional conflict. flag Evacuations also affected diplomatic staff from the U.S. and allies like Australia, while oil markets reacted to the heightened tensions. flag Though U.S. officials downplayed the risk of prolonged war, the situation remained volatile, with missile attacks reported in Bahrain, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai. flag The U.S. maintains a significant military presence across the region, including key bases in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan, supporting air, naval, and ground operations amid ongoing threats.

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