Qatar announces temporary closure of airspace
It added that the move aims to ensure the safety of citizens, residents and visitors.
The Ministry said that the situation is being closely monitored in coordination with regional and international partners, and any updates will be shared through official channels.
وزارة الخارجية: الجهات القطرية المختصة تعلن عن إيقاف حركة الملاحة الجوية مؤقتاً في أجواء الدولة حرصاً على سلامة المواطنين والمقيمين والزائرين #قنا #قطر pic.twitter.com/fOY5bmpV4w
— وكالة الأنباء القطرية (@QatarNewsAgency) June 23, 2025
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