US–Iran tensions escalate as the Pentagon orders personnel to leave Al Udeid base, protests spread across Iran, and Gulf states warn of economic fallout. In the latest development, the Pentagon has advised some ‍personnel to leave ‌the U.S. military's Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar by Wednesday evening. It is viewed as an indication of an imminent Iranian attack on the air base. ‍The US took a similar decision ahead of its air strikes on Iran in June. Led by Saudi Arabia, the countries across the Persian Gulf want Washington to maintain more restraint and hold talks with Tehran.

Source: dna January 14, 2026 15:54 UTC