Israeli official: Iran launched 10 missiles towards U.S. bases in Qatar

Israeli official: Iran launched 10 missiles towards U.S. bases in Qatar

In a significant escalation of tensions in the Middle East, an Israeli official has reported that Iran has launched 10 missiles towards U.S. bases in Qatar. This development follows a series of military and diplomatic escalations between Israel and Iran, as well as heightened concerns over U.S. interests in the region.

The missile barrage, which targeted U.S. military installations, comes after a series of airstrikes by Israel on Iranian nuclear facilities and military infrastructure. In response to these strikes, Iran has launched a series of retaliatory attacks, including missile and drone strikes on Israeli targets.

The U.S. has moved most of its unarmed aircraft out of Al Udeid air base in Qatar, the largest U.S. military base in the Mideast, in anticipation of potential Iranian attacks. Qatar has also temporarily shut down its airspace as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of its citizens and residents [1].

The U.S. President Donald Trump has convened his national security advisors to address the situation and assess the potential threat. The White House has stated that it is open to diplomacy with Iran but believes the Iranian people have the right to resist the regime if it refuses to engage in talks over its nuclear program [2].

The ongoing conflict has raised concerns about potential economic and financial implications for the region and the global market. Investors and financial professionals are closely monitoring the situation, as any further escalation could lead to disruptions in oil supply, increased geopolitical risks, and potential market volatility.

References:

[1] https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2025-06-23/ty-article-live/sirens-activated-across-israel-following-missile-barrage-from-iran-no-casualties-reported/00000197-9aba-d5ef-a9bf-bfbe111b0000

[2] https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-israel-war-news-live-updates-benjamin-netanyahu-tehran-ali-khamenei-fordow-iran-israel-trump-b2-bombers-strait-of-hormuz-russia-tel-aviv-latest-news-liveblog-152122561