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News18
4 hours ago
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- News18
US Strikes Iran Trump Says Iran Sites Hit Hard, Slams 'Fake News' Coverage News18
After Iran's missile strikes on US bases in Qatar and Iraq, President Trump claimed US attacks on Iran caused total destruction while blasting major US media as fake news. Iran's retaliation, named Operation Besharat Fatah, targeted key bases, with Tehran warning it will continue until US and Israeli strikes stop. News18 Mobile App -
India Today
5 hours ago
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- India Today
We will not submit to anyone's harassment, says Khamenei after strikes on US bases
After Iran's missile attacks on US bases in Qatar and Iraq, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a statement defending the strikes on US posted an image of a burning American flag on a pole, set against a backdrop of a war-torn area with burning buildings and a dark, smoky sky, along with the caption: "We didn't harm anyone. And we will not accept any harassment from anyone under any circumstances. And we will not submit to anyone's harassment. This is the logic of the Iranian nation." advertisementThis comes as Iran launched missiles toward US military bases in Qatar and Iraq on Monday following American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend. Iran struck under 'Operation Besharat Fatah,' declaring the attack on the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as part of a campaign against what Tehran called "blatant military aggression" by the US. Rockets were also fired at the Ain Al Asad base, which houses US troops in Iraq. The US maintains about 10,000 troops at Al Udeid Air Base, located outside Doha. It is the largest American military installation in the Middle East and serves as a critical hub for operations across the region- EndsTune InMust Watch
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Business Standard
6 hours ago
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- Business Standard
Iran targets US military bases in Qatar; India issues advisory to citizens
Iran fired missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq following American airstrikes. Qatar intercepted the attack, reported no casualties, and condemned the strike as a breach of its sovereignty New Delhi A day after the United States carried out airstrikes on three of Iran's nuclear sites, Iran retaliated by launching multiple missiles at American military bases in Qatar. According to an Axios report citing an Israeli official, at least 10 missiles were fired towards Qatar and at least one towards Iraq. In a statement, the Iranian Armed Forces said: "Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps with the sacred code or Aba Abdullah Al-Hussein (PBUH) has targeted the Al-Udeid base in Qatar with a devastating and powerful missile attack in Operation Besharat Fatah. This base is the headquarters of the Air Force and the largest strategic asset of the US terrorist army in the West Asian region." Media reports also said sirens were sounded at US bases in Saudi Arabia. Simultaneously, Qatar activated its air defence system. "The White House and the Department of Defense are aware of, and closely monitoring, potential threats to Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar," a senior White House official told Axios. — Noa Tishby (@noatishby) June 23, 2025 To monitor the evolving situation, US President Donald Trump is holding a meeting with the Defence Secretary and the Joint Chiefs of Staff in the White House Situation Room. Indian embassy urges caution In light of the situation, the Indian Embassy in Qatar has advised Indian nationals to remain calm and stay indoors. "In view of the ongoing situation, Indian community in Qatar is urged to be cautious and remains indoors. Please remain calm and follow local news, instructions and guidance provides by Qatari authorities. The Embassy will also keep updating through our social media channels," it said in a post on X. IndiGo Airlines has issued a travel advisory, stating, "In view of the evolving situation in the Middle East, some of our flights may experience delays or diversions. These adjustments are being made to ensure operations remain within safe and compliant airspace. We recommend checking your flight status regularly. If your flight is impacted, alternate options can be easily explored through our website." It added, "We continue to monitor the situation closely in coordination with the relevant authorities. We appreciate your patience and understanding." Incident didn't result in any deaths: Qatar In a statement, Qatar's Ministry of Defence said: "The Ministry of Defence announced that Qatari air defenses successfully intercepted a missile attack targeting Al-Udeid Air Base. Thanks to God, the vigilance of the armed forces, and the precautionary measures taken, the incident did not result in any deaths or injuries." It added: "The Ministry reiterated that the airspace and territory of the State of Qatar are safe and that the Qatar Armed Forces are always ready to deal with any threat. The Ministry of Defence advises citizens and residents to seek guidance and the latest developments from official sources." Dr Majed Al Ansari, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also issued a statement: "The State of Qatar strongly condemns the attack that targeted Al-Udeid Air Base by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. We consider this a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the State of Qatar, its airspace, international law, and the United Nations Charter. We affirm that Qatar reserves the right to respond directly in a manner equivalent with the nature and scale of this brazen aggression, in line with international law. We reassure that Qatar's air defenses successfully thwarted the attack and intercepted the Iranian missiles." Qatar condemns attack, asserts right to respond Qatar has condemned Iran's missile attack on the Al-Udeid base, stating that its air defences successfully intercepted the missiles and there were no casualties. It also asserted its right to respond to the aggression. Separately, Iran has also launched missile attacks on US forces stationed at Iraq's Ain al-Assad air base, according to Mehr News. Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates has closed its airspace, as per Flightradar. Bahrain has issued siren alerts, urging residents to take shelter.
India Today
6 hours ago
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- India Today
Totally destroyed: Trump says Iran sites hit hard, slams 'fake news' coverage
After Iran's missile attack on US bases in Qatar, US President Donald Trump stated that American strikes on Iranian targets had caused total destruction. Taking to his social platform, Trump wrote, "The sites that we hit in Iran were totally destroyed, and everyone knows it."He also launched a scathing attack on several major US media figures and networks, accusing them of spreading fake claims and undermining the success of the US response. "Only the Fake News would say anything different sleazebags in the media," Trump said, naming CNN's Allison Cooper, ABC's Jon Karl, and executives from NBC and Comcast. He alleged that mainstream media outlets now have "ZERO CREDIBILITY." advertisementThis comes after Iran launched missiles toward US military bases in Qatar and Iraq on Monday in a major escalation following American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend. However, his post makes no mention of the Iranian retaliation. Iranian state television announced the start of Operation Besharat Fatah, declaring the attack on the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as part of a campaign against what Tehran called "blatant military aggression" by the US. Rockets were also fired at the Ain Al Asad base housing US troops in WILL CONTINUE ITS RETALIATIONIran will continue its retaliation in response to the United States' attacks, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday. He said Iran has the necessary rationality to begin diplomacy after punishing the aggressor, adding if the US seeks negotiations, Israeli and US attacks must informed Qatar in advance of its strikes on US bases, coordinating the attacks which led to the temporary closure of airspace, Reuters reported. According to The New York Times, Iran took this step to minimise response to the Iranian attack on the Al Udeid US military base in Doha, Qatar stated on Monday that it reserves the right to respond directly and in accordance with international law.- EndsTune InMust Watch
NDTV
7 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Targeted US Base With Devastating, Powerful Missile Attack: Iran Statement
Iran today retaliated against the US, targeting the Al-Udeid base in Qatar, days after its nuclear sites were bombed in an operation overseen by Donald Trump. "Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps with the sacred code or Aba Abdullah Al-Hussein (PBUH) has targeted the Al-Udeid base in Qatar with a devastating and powerful missile attack in Operation Besharat Fatah. This base is the headquarters of the Air Force and the largest strategic asset of the US terrorist army in the West Asian region," the Iranian Armed Forces said in a statement. Iran will not leave its territorial integrity, sovereignty and national security unanswered under any circumstances, the Iranian Armed Forces said, in a message for "the White House and its allies". Following is the full statement released by Iran: "The noble and resilient nation of Iran. Following the blatant military aggression of the criminal regime of the United States of America against the peaceful nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the clear violation of international law, with the planning of the Supreme National Security Council and the leadership of the Central Headquarters of the Seal of the Prophets (PBUH), the "Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps" with the sacred code name or Abu Abdullah Al-Hussein (PBUH) has targeted the Al-Udeid base in Qatar with a devastating and powerful missile attack in Operation Besharat Fatah. This base is the headquarters of the Air Force and the largest strategic asset of the US terrorist army in the West Asia region. The message of the decisive action of the nation's sons in the armed forces is clear and explicit for the White House and its allies: The Islamic Republic of Iran, relying on God Almighty and relying on the faithful and illustrious people of Islamic Iran, will not leave any attack on its territorial integrity, sovereignty, and national security unanswered under any circumstances. With the aggression of the American enemy, it became clear to everyone that the evil of the Zionists was an extension of the American design. Accordingly, we remind you that in this national defense, the US bases and mobile military targets in the region are not a point of strength, but a major weakness and the thorn in the side of this warmongering regime. On the eve of the month of Muharram, the month of mourning for the leader and leader of martyrs, Hazrat Abu Abdullah Al-Hussein (AS), we once again warn the enemies of Islamic Iran that the era of beating and fighting is over, and the will of the country's powerful popular armed forces: any repetition of mischief will lead to the acceleration of the collapse of the US military pillars in the region, their ignominious escape from West Asia, and the realization of the common aspiration of the Islamic Ummah and the freedom-loving nations of the world in eradicating the cancerous tumor of Zion."
