UPDATE: The U.S. was not surprised by the attack and Iran reportedly contacted the U.S. before launching the ballistic missiles. No direct hits and no injuries in Qatar or at U.S. Al Udeid Air Base, which was evacuated long before the attacks. Qatar is condemning the attack. Qatari missile defense systems shot down the Iranian ballistic missiles.
“Iran coordinated the attacks on the American air base in Qatar with Qatari officials and gave advanced notice that attacks were coming to minimize casualties, according to three Iranian officials familiar with the plans," the New York Times reports. "The officials said Iran symbolically needed to strike back at the U.S. but at the same time carry it out in a way that allowed all sides an exit ramp; they described it as a similar strategy to 2020 when Iran gave Iraq heads up before firing ballistic missiles an American base in Iraq following the assassination of its top general.”
President Trump was scheduled to be in a White House meeting with his national security team at the time the attacks were launched. He is currently in the Situation Room.
A full statement from the Qatari government:
The State of Qatar strongly condemns the attack that targeted Al-Udeid Air Base by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. We consider this a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar, its airspace, international law, and the United Nations Charter. We affirm that Qatar reserves the right to respond directly in a manner equivalent with the nature and scale of this brazen aggression, in line with international law.
We reassure that Qatar’s air defenses successfully thwarted the attack and intercepted the Iranian missiles. A detailed statement regarding the circumstances of the attack will be issued later by the Ministry of Defense.
We also emphasize that the continuation of such escalatory military actions will undermine security and stability in the region, dragging it into situations that could have catastrophic consequences for international peace and security.
We call for the immediate cessation of all military actions and for a serious return to the negotiating table and dialogue.
Furthermore, the State of Qatar was one of the first countries to warn against the dangers of Israeli escalation in the region. We have consistently called for diplomatic solutions to be prioritized and have stressed the importance of good-neighborliness and avoiding escalation.
We reaffirm that dialogue is the only way to overcome the current crises and ensure the security of the region and the peace of its people.
The base had been evacuated earlier, following established security and precautionary measures, given the tensions in the region. All necessary steps were taken to ensure the safety of personnel at the base, including Qatari Armed Forces members, friendly forces, and others. We confirm that no injuries or human casualties resulted from the attack.
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BREAKING: Qatar slams Iran attack on Al Udeid Air Base, calling it a “flagrant violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and airspace” and says it reserves the right to respond. Doha also says Qatari air defenses successfully intercepted the Iranian missiles. https://t.co/wbf4qEiuQm
— Joseph Haboush (@jhaboush) June 23, 2025
***Original story***
Iran has launched a series of ballistic missiles, currently six total, at U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as part of Operation Basharat al-Fath. Sirens are also sounding in Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Oman the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Explosions in the air have been reported by witnesses on the ground.
Multiple interceptors seen leaving Qatar during the Iranian ballistic missile attack against U.S. Al Udeid Air Base. pic.twitter.com/z8QMsjE67W
— OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) June 23, 2025
President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with his national security team in the Oval Office at 1 pm. Over the weekend he warned the regime not to issue a response against U.S. targets.
"There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days," Trump said. "If peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed, and skill."
"There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days," says @POTUS.
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) June 22, 2025
"If peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed, and skill." pic.twitter.com/3VVdakxenW
Prior to taking out Iran's nuclear infrastructure on Saturday night, additional missile defense systems were moved into the region to protect American troops should Iran retaliate. Israel is also helping with the defense.
⚡️#BREAKING: Israeli security source confirms the IDF is still operating over Iran and will act to thwart any Iranian attacks, including against American forces in the region.
— Israel War Room (@IsraelWarRoom) June 23, 2025
— @IsraelHayomHeb
Trump has also reminded Iran's Supreme Leader that the U.S. knows where is he and that he's an open target.
"We know exactly where the so-called “Supreme Leader” is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there - We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now. But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" Trump said last week on Truth Social.
Less than 24 hours ago the State Department issued a world wide threat memo for Americans.
Worldwide Caution: The conflict between Israel and Iran has resulted in disruptions to travel and periodic closure of airspace across the Middle East. There is the potential for demonstrations against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. The Department of State advises U.S.… pic.twitter.com/PXJCvSHNxy
— Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) June 22, 2025
Stay tuned for updates, this is a breaking story.
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