Chad recalls envoy from Qatar amid Gulf dispute

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Last Updated : Jun 08 2017 | 7:42 PM IST
The Central African nation of Chad has recalled its ambassador from Qatar, joining Saudi Arabia and other nations who have moved to isolate the small Gulf country over allegations it supports terrorism.
In a statement released today, Chad's Foreign Ministry urged countries to use dialogue to resolve the escalating dispute.
Chad, a predominantly Muslim country, joins the West African nations of Senegal and Mauritania, which have also recalled their ambassadors from Qatar.
Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt and Yemen have accused Qatar of supporting regional terror groups, allegations denied by the Qatari government.

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First Published: Jun 08 2017 | 7:42 PM IST

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