Qatar suspends air traffic amid fears of Iranian retaliation to U.S. strikes
Published June 23rd, 2025 - 04:22 GMT Fox News has reported an imminent threat targeting Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar
ALBAWABA- The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs has temporarily suspended air traffic in the country's airspace, citing precautionary security measures in response to escalating regional tensions.
In an official statement, the ministry emphasized that the decision reflects Qatar's commitment to protecting its citizens, residents, and visitors.
The suspension comes amid rising fears of imminent Iranian retaliation following last Friday's U.S. Airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
BREAKING: An attack on U.S. base at Al Udeid in Qatar from Iran is 'imminent,' according to Fox News. "Significant intelligence warnings focused on Qatar right now, where the US has its largest airbase in the Middle East."
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Tehran has vowed a decisive response, specifically threatening American military assets in the region. Regional observers expect a potential reaction within 24 to 48 hours. Also Read Israel carries out new attacks on Iranian military sites
Qatari authorities stated that the situation is being closely monitored in coordination with regional and international partners, and that updates will be shared promptly through official channels.
The Foreign Ministry reiterated that the safety and security of everyone within Qatar remain a top priority, and that the State will not hesitate to adopt further preventive measures as needed.
Fox News has reported an imminent threat targeting Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. According to Fox News, personnel at Al Udeid Air Base—home to key U.S. military operations in the region, have been informed of the airspace closure, further underlining the seriousness of the threat. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a temporary suspension of air traffic in the country's airspace, citing precautionary security measures in response to escalating regional tensions. In an official statement, the ministry emphasized that the decision reflects Qatar's commitment to the safety of its citizens, residents, and visitors. The suspension comes amid rising fears of imminent Iranian retaliation following last Friday's U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Tehran has vowed a decisive response, specifically threatening American military assets in the region. Regional observers expect a potential response within 24 to 48 hours. Qatari authorities stated that the situation is being closely monitored in coordination with regional and international partners, and that updates will be shared promptly through official channels. The Foreign Ministry reiterated that the safety and security of everyone within Qatar remain a top priority, and that the State will not hesitate to adopt further preventive measures as needed. Fox News has reported an imminent threat targeting Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. According to Fox News, personnel at Al Udeid Air Base—home to key U.S. military operations in the region—have been informed of the airspace closure, further underlining the seriousness of the threat.
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