Qatar intercepts missile and drone attacks targeting the country

12/07/2026

Qatar intercepts missile and drone attacks targeting the country

DOHA, Jul 12: Qatar's Ministry of Defense announced on Saturday that the country's armed forces successfully intercepted a missile attack targeting the State of Qatar.

In a brief statement, the ministry said the missile was intercepted by Qatar's air defense systems, without immediately providing details on the number of missiles involved, casualties or damage.

The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and follows reports of missile and drone attacks across the Gulf as military exchanges between Iran and the United States continue to escalate.

Qatari authorities said they are closely monitoring the security situation and will provide further updates as more information becomes available.