US Embassy in Qatar advises its citizens to stay home until further notice

(Patria) - The US Embassy in Qatar today sent an email to American citizens in Qatar recommending they stay in their homes until further notice. The message states the recommendation is a "precautionary measure," and no further information was provided.

Qatari authorities said after the US Embassy's message that the security situation in the country is stable. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari said the embassy's advisory does not indicate the presence of any specific threat.

"The country is ready to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens and residents," his statement added.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson @majedalansari : Advisory from a number of embassies to their citizens do not reflect the existence of specific threats#MOFAQatar pic.twitter.com/aNlHyFnJIW

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) June 23, 2025