US Embassy in Qatar closes temporarily after discovery of powder

The US Embassy in Qatar says it will  close temporarily to the public after the discovery of a suspicious powder on its premises. An Embassy warden message says the substance was discovered around 9 am on Monday at the US Embassy in Qatar's capital, Doha.

The message says the substance is being sent to a laboratory for analysis. It adds that the Embassy will

remain closed until results are received and a determination is made that the substance does not pose any health or safety risks. It says the Embassy's consular section will remain available to provide emergency services to American citizens.  (AP)