Iran Fires Missiles at U.S. Bases in Qatar and Iraq

Iran launched a barrage of missiles at American military targets in Qatar and Iraq on Monday, marking its initial response to the U.S. airstrikes on its nuclear facilities over the weekend.

No casualties or damage were reported.

According to initial reports, Iran fired at least ten missiles at U.S. installations in Qatar and a single missile at a base in Iraq.

Shortly after the launches, Qatari authorities confirmed that all the missiles aimed at their territory were successfully intercepted.

Iranian state-affiliated Tasnim News Agency, which is linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), announced the start of what it called a “missile operation” targeting U.S. forces, naming the attack “Good News of Victory.”

In a statement, the IRGC declared: “The message of this decisive action is that the Islamic Republic will not leave any attack on its territorial integrity, sovereignty, or national security unanswered under any circumstances.”

Footage circulating on social media captured defense systems firing interceptor missiles over the skies of Doha.

Air raid sirens also blared in Bahrain and Kuwait, with Bahrain’s Interior Ministry urging residents and citizens to take shelter.

Qatar’s Defense Ministry stated that there were no injuries or structural damage caused by the assault and advised people in the country to comply with official guidance.

Earlier Monday, Fox News cited intelligence reports that pointed to an imminent Iranian strike on the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

These warnings prompted President Donald Trump to gather his national security team for urgent consultations.

In response to the escalating threats, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry announced that its airspace would be temporarily shut down.

“As part of the State of Qatar’s commitment to the safety of its citizens, residents, and visitors, the relevant authorities announce the temporary suspension of air traffic in the country’s airspace. This measure is among a series of precautionary steps taken in light of developments in the region,” the ministry said.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs added that “official bodies are closely and continuously monitoring the situation and are assessing updates in coordination with regional and international partners. The public will be kept informed of any new developments through official channels.”

Both the British and U.S. embassies in Qatar issued messages to their citizens earlier in the day, advising them to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary movement.

Qatar is home to the largest U.S. military base in the Middle East, making it a likely target in Iran’s retaliatory strategy.

In a statement aimed at easing concerns, the Qatari Foreign Ministry downplayed the embassy advisories, saying: “The advisories issued by a number of embassies to their nationals to exercise caution or avoid certain locations in the State of Qatar fall within the general policies adopted by various countries regarding travel guidance and security updates for their citizens around the world. These advisories do not necessarily reflect the existence of specific or credible threats.”

The ministry emphasized that the overall security status “remains stable,” and noted that “the competent authorities are closely monitoring the situation and remain fully prepared to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of citizens, residents, and visitors.”

Iranian military chief Abdolrahim Mousavi vowed a “decisive action” in response to the U.S. strike on its nuclear infrastructure.

President Trump issued a stern warning following the U.S. bombing campaign: “Any retaliation by Iran against the United States of America will be met with force far greater than what was witnessed tonight.”