Explosions were reported over Doha after Iran launched a missile operation targeting U.S. military bases in Qatar and Iraq.
According to Tasnim news agency, the missile barrage was part of a retaliatory campaign dubbed “Basharat Fath” (Promise of Victory), initiated under the code “Ya Aba Abdullah.”
Western officials told Axios that at least six missiles were fired toward American military assets, including the Al-Udeid Air Base near Doha, which had earlier been flagged as facing a “credible threat.”
The base hosts U.S. Central Command’s forward headquarters and rotating British forces. Satellite imagery suggests many aircraft had been relocated in recent weeks.
The attack follows a dramatic escalation after the United States launched a large-scale offensive on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
Using B-2 bombers and submarine-launched cruise missiles, the U.S. military struck three key sites, Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, with President Donald Trump declaring them “completely and totally obliterated.” In a post shared by the White House, Trump confirmed that a full payload, including a 30,000-pound “bunker buster” bomb, was dropped on Fordow, marking a historic first use.
He warned Iran that any future retaliation would prompt an even harsher response, while declaring the mission a success and calling it a time for peace.
UAE shuts airspace as flights turn away
Several commercial flights approaching the UAE from the west diverted away from its airspace, according to FlightRadar24. The aircraft included services operated by Etihad, Flydubai, and Air Arabia. Flights entering from the east and south continued without interruption. This indicates that the UAE has restricted its skies to inbound civilian traffic amid rising tensions.
Iran also closed its airspace to commercial flights. A NOTAM issued by Iranian authorities said only those with special permissions could operate within Iranian skies.
Qatar intercepts missiles, condemns Iran’s actions
Qatar strongly condemned the missile attack on the US base near Doha, calling it a “flagrant violation” of its sovereignty. The country’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that no casualties occurred in the incident.
“We are assured that Qatari air defences thwarted the attack and successfully intercepted the Iranian missiles,” the official statement said, as quoted by The Telegraph. “Thanks to God, the vigilance of the armed forces, and the precautionary measures taken, the incident did not result in any deaths or injuries.” The ministry added that Qatar’s airspace and territory remain “safe” and that it reserves the right to respond “directly.”
Pentagon confirms no casualties in Al-Udeid strike
US defense officials said that no personnel were killed or injured in the missile attack on Al-Udeid, the largest US military base in the Middle East. They confirmed the use of short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles in the strike.
Panic in Qatar as missiles strike near capital
Residents in Qatar were sent into a panic as Iranian missiles hit Al-Udeid Air Base near Doha. Video footage captured scenes of chaos inside a shopping mall, where men, women, and children ran for safety as the attack unfolded. The panic reflects growing public fear amid regional escalation.
Ceasefire announced between Israel and Iran
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that a ceasefire has been agreed between Israel and Iran.
In his post, Trump suggested that Israel and Iran would have some time to complete any missions that are underway, following which the ceasefire would begin in a staged process.
Trump further claimed that the war between Israel and Iran could have continued for years and destroyed the Middle East.