Satellite images show the US has quietly pulled out nearly 40 military jets from Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base—one of its key hubs in the Middle East—leaving just three aircraft behind in a two-week span. Officials haven’t spelled out the exact reason, but the drawdown lines up with rising tensions with Iran and a US embassy warning urging staff to stay vigilant. It looks like a precautionary move to avoid potential strikes.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just routine shuffling—it’s a visible shift in military posture at a critical base. With Iran tensions simmering, the US seems to be playing it safe by moving assets out of harm’s way. It’s a sign that behind the scenes, things might be more volatile than the headlines suggest. For Qatar, which hosts the base, it’s also a delicate balancing act between diplomacy and security.