Iran has launched attacks on United States military bases in Qatar and Iraq.
The attacks on Monday evening follow the Iranian government’s statement that it would retaliate against the US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
“The operation of Iranian missiles against American bases located in Qatar and in Iraq has begun, and is called ‘Blessing of Victory’,” the official press agency IRNA said, confirming the attacks.
Flares were visible over Qatar’s capital, Doha, on Monday. It was initially not immediately known if this was the air defence system or missiles.
Loud explosions were also heard, although so far no injuries have been reported. Qatar’s Defence Ministry says its air defence systems successfully intercepted missiles targeting Al Udeid Air Base.
In a statement, the IRGC said the incident resulted in no deaths or injuries, crediting “the vigilance of the armed forces and precautionary measures taken”.
“This action does not pose any threat to the friendly and brotherly country, Qatar, and its noble people, and the Islamic Republic of Iran remains committed to maintaining and continuing warm and historic relations with Qatar.”
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