Iran Launches Missile Attack on US Military Base in Qatar
On Monday night, Iran announced a missile strike targeting a major US military base in Qatar. Multiple missiles were reportedly launched towards the Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US facility in the Middle East. US officials confirmed they were closely monitoring the missile activity, while Qatari defense forces intercepted several projectiles.
Explosions Shake Doha as Air Traffic Suspended
Explosions echoed across Doha shortly after Qatar suspended air traffic, a precautionary measure tied to the ongoing missile threat. The intercepted missiles lit up the night sky, causing widespread concern across the Qatari capital. Despite the attack's intense nature, authorities confirmed no casualties or damages had been reported.
Retaliation Following US Attacks on Iranian Nuclear Sites
The missile strikes came as a direct response to recent US military actions over the weekend, where American bombers dropped heavy bunker-buster bombs on Iran’s underground nuclear facilities. These coordinated operations, alongside Israeli air raids, significantly escalated tensions. Iranian officials warned of retaliation after President Donald Trump hinted at the possibility of toppling the Iranian regime.
Qatar Condemns Attack, Vows to Respond if Necessary
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the missile assault, describing it as a violation of Qatari sovereignty and international law. Majed Al-Ansari, the ministry spokesman, expressed that Qatar reserves the right to react to such infractions against its airspace.
The Iranian Military’s Statement on the Operation
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for the missile strike, designating the offensive as “Operation Basharat Fatah.” In an official statement, the IRGC cited retaliation against “blatant US aggression” on peaceful nuclear sites and called Al Udeid Air Base a strategic enemy asset in West Asia.
The statement warned that any future provocations would provoke rapid consequences, signaling a firm stance against what Iran describes as ongoing hostility from the United States and its regional allies. Symbolic references to the month of Muharram and religious martyrdom emphasized Iran’s resolve.
US Military and Political Response
Top US defense officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, convened in the White House Situation Room to assess the threat. Throughout the day, Pentagon and White House officials monitored potential missile trajectories to Al Udeid closely.
Just over a month ago, President Trump visited the base, praising US troops stationed there and underlining the base’s importance to American security efforts in the Gulf.
What Lies Ahead?
The missile attack marks a significant escalation in the strained relations between Iran and the US-led coalition in the Middle East. Qatar, hosting this vital US hub, is now at the crossroads of this intensifying conflict. With both sides exchanging warnings and military actions, regional stability hangs precariously amid rising geopolitical tensions.
- Missile strike by Iran targets Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar
- Qatar intercepts missiles, confirms no casualties
- Operation Basharat Fatah declared by Iran's IRGC
- US officials closely monitor ongoing threats and convene at White House
- Attack linked to recent US bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities
