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Qatar reports 2 drone attacks targeting energy facilities, no casualties
Ministry stated that all damages and losses will be assessed by the relevant authorities, and an official statement will be issued later
- PUBLISHED: Mon 2 Mar 2026, 2:46 PM UPDATED: Mon 2 Mar 2026, 2:59 PM
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Ministry of Defence confirmed on Monday that two drones launched from Iran attacked Qatar. One drone hit a water tank at a power plant in Mesaieed, and the other targeted an energy facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City, run by Qatar Energy. Officials said there were no human casualties.
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The Ministry stated that all damages and losses will be assessed by the relevant authorities, and an official statement will be issued later.
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Citizens, residents, and visitors were urged to remain calm, follow official security instructions, avoid spreading rumours, and rely exclusively on information from official sources.
Earlier, Qatar intercepted Iranian attacks that targeted civilian infrastructure, including the international airport, the Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson told CNN on Monday, adding that such attacks could not remain unanswered.
Majed Al Ansari also said that Qatar was not engaging with Iran at the moment.
US' allies in the Gulf have come under attack from Iranian missiles and drones. Black smoke rose above the area around the US embassy in Kuwait, where there was a heavy presence of security, ambulances and fire trucks.
Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.
