The order vows to use the US military, if necessary, to defend the tiny energy-rich nation almost mirrors aspects of a Nato alliance.

An executive order says an attack on Qatar would be treated as a threat to the U.S., bolstering security commitments to a key Gulf ally after Israel’s strike on Doha last month.

Trump says Qatar is 'steadfast ally in pursuit of peace, stability and prosperity' and helps US in mediating conflicts.