Iran launches missiles at U.S. bases in Qatar, Iraq

Context: Iran Attacks U.S. Base in Qatar

• Iran launched missile strikes on al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar on Monday evening, in retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities a day earlier.

• al-Udeid is the largest American base in West Asia, housing around 10,000 U.S. troops.

• Qatar's Defence Ministry said its air defences intercepted all missiles.

• No deaths or injuries reported.

• Qatar temporarily closed airspace and the U.S. Embassy advised citizens to shelter in place.

• Iran also struck Ain al-Assad Air Base in western Iraq, which hosts U.S. forces.

• Extent of damage or casualties not yet confirmed.

• Iranian Armed Forces called the U.S. airstrikes “blatant military aggression.”

• Vowed not to tolerate violations of sovereignty or national security.

• Missile strikes were carried out under the command of the IRGC and Iran’s Supreme National Security Council.

• Israel launched strikes on Iranian targets, including:

• Roads near Fordow nuclear facility

• Evin Prison in Tehran

• IRGC security headquarters

• Israeli Defence Ministry: “Iranian dictator will be punished with full force.”

• Despite explosions over Doha, public life remained largely unaffected.

• Qatar affirmed its territorial safety and readiness to counter threats.