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Qatar Resumes In-Person Work Amidst Easing Tensions with Iran

Doha: Qatar announced Tuesday the resumption of in-person work across its government institutions after nearly three weeks of remote operations in response to Iranian attacks, which have dwindled in recent days. Employees began returning to their workplaces following an official decision aimed at restoring normal operations, as reported by the Qatari newspaper Al-Raya.

According to Anadolu Agency, the decision to resume on-site work was made after a security consultation, as stated by Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari during a press conference in Doha. He emphasized that "life cannot be disrupted indefinitely," while also affirming that Qatar has not experienced any Iranian attacks in recent days. Al-Ansari highlighted the country's preparedness for any developments with established emergency plans in place.

The announcement to return to normal operations was made by the Qatari government on Monday, specifying that work would resume across all government entities starting March 24. The shift back to in-person work follows a period during which Qatari authorities had approved remote work plans for all government institutions. This decision, initiated on February 28, was a response to escalating tensions, including US-Israeli attacks on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory actions against Israel and what Iran described as 'US bases and interests' in the region, including Qatar.

On March 8, authorities had extended remote work policies, allowing up to 70% of employees in each entity to work from home. This measure prioritized mothers and other specific groups until further notice. As of Tuesday morning, Qatar had not released an updated toll of Iranian attacks. However, Anadolu calculations based on Defense Ministry statements indicated that at least 206 missiles, 87 drones, and two fighter jets had been intercepted.

The last reported Iranian attack on Qatari soil occurred on March 19, targeting the Ras Laffan Industrial City, a crucial hub for the global energy sector.