Qatar Intercepts Iranian Missiles Targeting US Al-Udeid Base

Iran launched a missile attack on the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as retaliation for American airstrikes on its nuclear sites, describing it as a powerful and successful response. Qatar's air defenses intercepted all the Iranian missiles, and no casualties or injuries were reported. Iranian officials reportedly gave advance notice to Qatar to minimize harm, framing the missile strike as a symbolic gesture to allow Iran to save face while deescalating tensions. The U.S. Embassy in Qatar advised Americans to shelter in place, and Qatar closed its airspace as a precaution before the attack. The incident has heightened concerns about broader regional conflict, with Israel simultaneously conducting strikes against Iran's nuclear and military sites, while Russia condemned the U.S. airstrikes and warned of potential escalations involving nuclear weapons. Both Qatar and U.S. officials continue to closely monitor the situation amid these escalating hostilities.