Qatar not taking action against nationals of countries that severed diplomatic ties

The Ministry of Interior of Qatar (MoI) says it will take no action against residents from the countries that cut ties with Qatar. A statement published from the country's Ministry of Interior said that the State of Qatar, in accordance with its firm beliefs and principles, works on avoiding political conflicts with other states and governments. It also stated that Qatar did not take any measures against its residents who hold the nationalities of brotherly and friendly countries that severed diplomatic ties or lowered diplomatic representations with Qatar, on the back of hostile and tendentious campaigns against the country. The statement said that those residents have the complete freedom to stay in Qatar in accordance with the state’s laws and regulations through a work contract approved by their countries or as per the entry visa issued them.