Qatar releases video of interception of Iranian missilesNewsFeedFootage released Monday by the Qatari Ministry of Defence shows Iranian missiles and drones being intercepted over the Gulf nation. The ministry said earlier that it had intercepted a total of 17 ballistic missiles and six drones launched from Iran that day.Published On 9 Mar 2026
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Qatar releases video of interception of Iranian missiles
On March 9, 2026, the Qatari Ministry of Defence released video footage showing the interception of Iranian missiles and drones over Qatar. According to the ministry, Qatari forces intercepted a total of 17 ballistic missiles and six drones launched from Iran.
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On March 9, 2026, the Qatari Ministry of Defence released video footage showing the interception of Iranian missiles and drones over Qatar. According to the ministry, Qatari forces intercepted a total of 17 ballistic missiles and six drones launched from Iran. The video's release followed the reported interception, providing visual confirmation of the event. The Qatari government has not stated the reason for the Iranian launch. The interceptions occurred over the Gulf nation of Qatar.
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