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    Saudi Arabia, Egypt And Other Arab Nations Cut Diplomatic Ties With Qatar

    The coordinated move closes Qatar's lone land-based border crossing. It comes amid accusations of support for terrorism and suspicions about ties with Iran.
    by Bill Chappell Jun 05, 2017 2 minutes
    Saudi Arabia and Egypt are leading a group of Arab nations that are cutting ties with Qatar. Here, Doha's corniche is seen on Monday. / STRINGER / Getty Images

    Saudi Arabia and at least four other Arab nations are cutting all ties with Qatar, citing concerns over terrorism and regional stability and igniting debate over the rift's impacts among key U.S. allies in the Middle East.

    Qatar's government "expressed deep regret over the decision" and said it was the victim of "an instigation campaign"

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