Iran Launches Seven Missiles Toward US Airbase In Qatar, Says Qatar Defence Ministry Official

Iran Launches Seven Missiles Toward US Airbase In Qatar, Says Qatar Defence Ministry Official

Iran's armed forces launched a missile attack on the U.S. airbase in Qatar on Monday, according to reports from multiple sources. The attack, which targeted Al-Udeid Air Base, was carried out by Iran in retaliation for recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities [2].

The Qatari government reported that its air defenses successfully intercepted the missiles, with no casualties reported. The attack came after Iran's state-run news agency Tasnim announced that Tehran had launched missile strikes on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq [1]. The U.S. Defense Department confirmed that Al-Udeid Air Base was targeted by short and medium-range ballistic missiles but did not report any injuries [3].

The U.S. Embassy in Qatar issued an advisory to American citizens to shelter in place due to the potential threat, and Qatar temporarily closed its airspace to ensure the safety of residents and visitors [3]. The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the attack, stating that it was a flagrant violation of the country's sovereignty and airspace [1].

The attack follows a series of escalating tensions in the region. On Sunday, the U.S. and Israel carried out airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, prompting Iran's threat of retaliation [2]. Iran's Supreme National Security Council described the missile strike as a "mighty and successful response" to the American strikes [3].

The latest developments highlight the ongoing geopolitical tensions and the potential for further escalation in the Middle East. The impact of these events on regional stability and global oil markets will be closely monitored by investors and financial professionals.

References:
[1] https://www.npr.org/2025/06/23/g-s1-74059/iran-attack-us-bases-iraq-qatar
[2] https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-weighs-retaliation-against-us-strikes-nuclear-sites-2025-06-23/
[3] https://www.forbes.com/sites/zacharyfolk/2025/06/23/us-reports-no-injuries-after-iran-attacks-base-in-qatar-live-updates/