Texas A&M to Close Qatar Campus by 2028 Amid Regional Instability

The university cites heightened Middle East instability as the main reason, facing criticism from the Qatar Foundation for succumbing to a disinformation campaign.

Texas A&M University announces the closure of its Qatar campus by 2028, citing 'heightened instability' in the Middle East as a primary reason.
The decision has sparked criticism from the Qatar Foundation, which accuses the university of succumbing to a disinformation campaign.
Texas A&M defends its research and security practices at the Qatar campus, denying allegations of compromising US national security.
The closure marks a significant shift in US academia's ties to Qatar, amid concerns over Qatar's support for Hamas and potential security risks.
Other US universities with campuses in Qatar are urged to reconsider their presence, highlighting the broader implications for academic and diplomatic relations.