1 day agoIranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Blaming Iran for defending itself against aggression is irresponsible and unjustified. This situation is not a military confrontation, but rather a continuation of the blatant military aggression that began on February 28 by the United States and the Zionist regime against Iran. Iran has not attacked anywhere; Iran's strikes against US military bases and assets located on the southern shore of the Persian Gulf are an exercise of the inherent right of self-defense under international law.
Iranian television: The United States has turned Qatar and Oman into a shield and used its bases and capabilities in these two countries to launch aggressive attacks against Iran. The armed forces, in response to repeated ceasefire violations, have placed the sources of threats against Iran within their firing range.
Qatar's Ministry of Transport: We urge owners and users of marine vessels to temporarily cease sailing until further notice.
1 day agoQatar's former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74. He ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013 before stepping down and handing power to his son, Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
Qatari Interior Ministry: Three injured, including a child, as a result of shrapnel from intercepting Iranian attacks
Qatari Ministry of Defense: Armed Forces intercept several ballistic missile attacks targeting the country.
Qatari Ministry of Defense: Armed Forces continue to counter ballistic missile attacks
The IRGC says in a statement that it targeted the al-Udeid base in Qatar
The Qatari Amiri Diwan: The Prime Minister of Pakistan affirmed his aspiration to continue coordination and joint work to promote peace in the region.
De-escalation talks underway, with Pakistan and Qatar working to bring US and Iran to the negotiating table - report
Anwar Gargash, advisor to the President of the UAE: The Iranian attacks on the Qatari and Saudi commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, and the repeated aggression against our sister states Bahrain and Kuwait, are a clear indication that Tehran is still incapable of committing to what is required to reduce the escalation and erase the page of war. It is unacceptable for the Arab Gulf states to remain a target for Iran's hesitation between the logic of escalation and the path of rationality, stability, and peace
Qatari Foreign Ministry: We demand that Iran immediately cease any practices that threaten the security of the region and endanger maritime and energy security.
Qatari liquified natural gas tanker damaged by Iranian Revolutionary Guards missile attack near the Strait of Hormuz. Crew evacuated with no injuries. Iran fired missiles at 2 ships last night
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs discussed with the Indian Foreign Minister the latest developments in the region and their impact on the global economy. Both sides emphasized the importance of resolving disputes and conflicts through dialogue and diplomatic means.
Iranian Foreign Ministry: Dialogue with Qatari mediators regarding the implementation of the interim agreement with Washington, including the release of frozen assets, will most likely take place on Wednesday in Doha.
Qatari Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Iran's frozen $6 billion in funds have not even been transferred to Tehran.
Qatari Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Iran's frozen $6 billion in funds have not even been transferred to Tehran.
2 week agoPresident Donald J. Trump has posted to Truth Social stating that representatives from the U.S. and Iran will meet tomorrow in Doha, Qatar after Iran requested a meeting
US media: The United States and Iran have agreed to halt mutual attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and will hold a meeting on Tuesday in Doha.
US Secretary of State Rubio: Hormuz tolling would set an unacceptable precedent
US Secretary of State: No country has the right to impose transit fees on the Strait of Hormuz
Bahrain's Foreign Minister: The security of the Gulf states is indivisible.
2 week agoNearly 15 U.S. Air Force aerial refueling aircraft have left Ben Gurion Airport in central Israel and been redeployed to other regional bases, including Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. Around 47 tankers are still stationed at the airport as of yesterday
Vance: We reached an agreement with the Qataris on a mechanism regarding frozen Iranian assets.
Qatar's Ministry of Interior: The incident at a factory in Ras Laffan resulted from a technical malfunction and caused injuries, but no leak posing a safety risk.
Axios, citing a US diplomat: Swiss negotiations expected to continue late into the night with mediators from Pakistan and Qatar.
3 week agoThe Qatari Interior Ministry confirms that an explosion occurred at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial Area. Civil defense teams responding to the incident. No injuries or leaks recorded
3 week agoExplosion reported in Doha, Qatar
Initial reports of a loud explosion heard in Doha, Qatar
Swiss government: Qatar, Pakistan to attend US-Iran MOU signing
