Qatar says it downed Iranian missiles targeting its airport
Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 3, 2026 at 03:40 PM

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In March 2026, Qatar reported intercepting Iranian missiles targeting Hamad International Airport. According to Foreign Ministry Spokesman Majed al-Ansari, the Qatari military successfully prevented the attack. The statement indicated that the Iranian missile strikes were not solely aimed at military sites or American interests. The incident raises concerns about the scope and intent of Iranian military actions in the region. The Foreign Ministry released this information through NewsFeedQatar.
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