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Iran Retaliates with Missile Attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar
By Neelesh Pandey - 24 Jun 2025 10:49 AM
On June 23, 2025, Iran launched missiles at the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, marking a significant escalation in the Iran–Israel conflict. The attack, called "Operation Glad Tidings of Victory," was in response to U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Iran had informed Qatari officials beforehand, allowing them to put defensive measures in place. Thankfully, Qatar's air defenses successfully intercepted the missiles, and there were no casualties or damages.
Although there was no immediate harm, the strike increased regional tensions. Qatar openly condemned the attack, calling it a violation of its sovereignty, and expressed its right to respond. Several Gulf countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, and Iraq, closed their airspace in response. U.S. President Donald Trump played down the incident, describing it as a "very weak response" and suggesting it might even be a step toward peace.
This missile strike has ripple effects on regional security. Shipping insurers have increased premiums because they're worried about potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. While the immediate danger has lessened, this event highlights how fragile stability in the Middle East really is and the complex relationships between regional powers.Despite the lack of immediate harm, the strike heightened regional tensions. Qatar condemned the attack as a violation of its sovereignty and reserved the right to respond. Several Gulf nations, including Bahrain, Kuwait, and Iraq, closed their airspace in response. U.S. President Donald Trump downplayed the incident, calling it a "very weak response" and suggesting it could be a step toward peace .
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