These Photos Show The Consequences Of Qatar’s Fall Out With Gulf Countries

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With the severing of ties between Qatar and other Gulf countries, came the ceasing of direct flights from Saudi, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt to Doha’s international airport. 

It also saw the closure of Qatar Airways offices in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. 

The decisions by the UAE and Saudi governments are in relation to Qatar’s choice to fund terrorism and extremist in the region, and contributing to regional instability. 

Read: This One Infographic Explains Exactly Why The UAE Made The Decision To Sever Ties With Qatar

And the fall out has subsequently cost Qatar due to its failure to adhere to repeated requests by governments 

Particularly at Hamad International Airport in Doha, which is shown in several photos on Instagram.

The normally buzzing airport has been reduced to eery empty gates 

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Flights have been cancelled, suspended or redirected, resulting in Hamad International Airport losing a huge amount of traffic 

It’s not likely to improve any time soon, with Qatar shunning recommendations by Saudi and the UAE

The UAE, along with Saudi, Bahrain and Egypt, have isolated Qatar due to its failure to adhere to warnings  

Read: The UAE State Minister For Foreign Affairs Has Spoken Out About The UAE’s Stance On Qatar

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