Texas A&M University to Shut Down Qatar Campus Due to Security Concerns
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Texas A&M University has announced the closure of its campus in Qatar due to "growing volatility" in the Middle East, following concerns about potential nuclear security leaks and ties to terrorism. The decision comes after reports of Qatar's alleged support for Hamas and its hiring of a former American CIA officer to spy on US lawmakers. The university's move has sparked reactions from both the Qatar Foundation and US counter-terrorism experts, with calls for other American universities in Qatar to reconsider their ties to the country.
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