The Ministry of Interior (MOI) in Qatar has once again reminded citizens and residents of Qatar to be highly cautious of sharing or circulating rumors as this is considered a serious offense in the country, which may call for legal action.

In a series of tweets on its official Twitter page, MOI said, "Involvement in spreading or circulating rumors is a serious offense and may expose you to legal accountability."

Involvement in spreading or circulating rumors is a serious offense and may expose you to legal accountability

#MoIQatar #Qatar #Doha

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) March 9, 2020

Anyone who is found engaging in spreading rumors will be summoned by the relevant authorities and all legal proceedings will be carried out against the person(s).

The competent authorities will summon those who publish and circulate rumors and all legal measures will be taken against them. #Qatar #MoIQatar #Doha

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) March 9, 2020

Moreover, MOI urged the public to look for information from the original sources and refrain from believing in rumors or anonymous stories. 

 

Be keen to get the information from its original sources to stay away from rumors and anonymous stories. #MoIQatar #Qatar #Doha

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) March 9, 2020

All members of the community are urged to follow official and reliable sources for any news or updates related to the country.