Qatar says Iran didn’t warn of missile attacks, no comms with Tehran
Al Jazeera
March 3, 2026
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Qatar has reported that Iran did not notify it of incoming missile attacks as part of Tehran’s retaliatory response to US and Israeli strikes. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed there is currently no communication between Doha and Tehran, with spokesperson Majed al-Ansari stating that Iranian targets include all of Qatari territory. This includes attempts on Hamad International Airport, which were successfully intercepted by Qatar’s defenses.
The conflict has escalated across the Gulf, with Iran launching attacks for a fourth consecutive day since the US-Israeli campaign began. Al-Ansari confirmed that over 8,000 people have been stranded in Qatar due to airspace closures caused by the war. Additionally, Iranian jets were shot down after entering Qatari airspace despite warnings, and their crews are still being searched for.
QatarEnergy has suspended production of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and associated products, including urea, polymers, methanol, and aluminum, due to military attacks. The decision comes after several explosions in Qatar and the detection of multiple missile launches targeting its airspace since Saturday.
This situation highlights the broader regional instability caused by the US-Israeli-Iranian conflict. Qatar’s diplomatic stance and economic decisions underscore the potential global implications of the crisis, particularly in energy markets. The lack of communication between Doha and Tehran further complicates efforts to de-escalate tensions, raising concerns about regional security and stability.
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Originally published on Al Jazeera on 3/3/2026