Writing by Dr. Dannielle Blumenthal

February 28, 2026: Iran has attacked Qatar.

Significance:

Iran armed, trained, and funded Hamas’ attack on October 7 and Qatar hosted Hamas leaders afterward. Now, however, Iran is turning on Qatar for aiding the USA.

More:

On February 28, 2026, Iran launched a series of ballistic missile strikes targeting Qatari territory as part of a broader retaliatory operation against U.S. military assets in the Gulf.

The primary target was the Al-Udeid Air Base, the largest U.S. military installation in the Middle East, located near Doha.

Qatari defense forces, utilizing U.S.-made Patriot systems, successfully intercepted the incoming missiles.

The Qatari Ministry of Interior confirmed there were no casualties or material damage in residential areas. However, sirens and explosions were heard across the capital, Doha, causing widespread alarm.

U.S.-Israel Joint Offensive:

The attack was part of Iran’s “Operation True Promise 4,” a response to a massive joint U.S.-Israeli offensive (dubbed “Operation Epic Fury”) that targeted Iranian leadership and nuclear infrastructure earlier that day. Iran signaled that any country hosting U.S. bases involved in the strikes would be considered a legitimate target.

Qatar Statement:

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry condemned the attack as a “flagrant violation of sovereignty” and a “grave breach of international law.”

The ministry noted that this aggression “does not reflect good faith” and undermines the foundation of their bilateral relations.

Regional Expansion:

Qatar was not alone; Iran simultaneously targeted U.S. bases and facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, and Jordan.

Status:

As of this afternoon (Qatar is 8 hours ahead of NYC), Qatar has suspended all air traffic at Hamad International Airport and urged citizens to rely only on official news sources to avoid misinformation.

Photo: War Front Witness (wfwitness) on Telegram.

(Written with the assistance of AI.)