12.03.2026 14:38
On the 13th day of the ongoing war between the US-Israel and Iran, the Qatari government announced that the threat level in the country has increased. Citizens and residents were warned to "stay in your homes." Due to Iran's recent attacks targeting Gulf countries with a military presence from Israel and the US, Qatar is considered to be a potential target for possible retaliatory strikes, as it hosts one of the largest US military bases in the Middle East.
On the 13th day of the ongoing war between the US-Israel and Iran in the Middle East, tensions have begun to reflect on the Gulf countries. The Qatari government announced that the threat level in the country has been raised, warning citizens and residents to "stay in your homes."
"DO NOT GO OUT"
In a security warning issued by the authorities, it was stated that the current security situation is being closely monitored, and the public was urged not to go outside and to follow the guidance of official authorities. The statement also reported that emergency teams and security forces have been put on high alert.
TENSIONS ESCALATE IN THE GULF
The security warning in Qatar came at a time when concerns were growing that the escalating war between Iran and the US and Israel could spill over into the Gulf region. In recent days, Iran has carried out missile and drone attacks targeting some Gulf countries where US military presence exists, in addition to Israel.
On the second day of the war, it was reported that some American soldiers lost their lives in an attack on a US base in Kuwait. Following this, many countries in the Gulf increased their security measures.
RISK INCREASES DUE TO US BASES
Qatar hosts the Al-Udeid Air Base, one of the largest US military bases in the Middle East. Therefore, the country is considered a potential target for possible retaliatory attacks.
Experts believe that if Iran targets the US military presence, some countries in the Gulf could be drawn directly into the conflict.
CURRENT SITUATION IN QATAR
Although Qatar has not directly become a major front in the ongoing war between the US-Israel and Iran, due to its strategic location and US military presence, it has become one of the centers of tension. The main developments in Qatar during the war are as follows:
1. Threat level raised
In response to the increased risk of the war spreading to the Gulf, the Qatari government raised the security level. Authorities urged the public to "stay in your homes" and to follow official statements.
2. The largest US base is in Qatar
The Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar is one of the largest US military bases in the Middle East. This base is one of the centers for CENTCOM's air operations in the region, making Qatar a potential target for Iran's possible retaliatory actions.
3. Air defense and security measures increased
In the following days of the war, in Qatar:
- air defense systems were put on high alert
- security measures for critical infrastructure (energy, ports, airports) were increased
- security patrols were intensified in some areas.
4. Concerns in finance and business
Like in Dubai and Gulf financial centers, international companies and banks in Qatar have begun to assess security risks. Security warnings have been issued for employees in the region.
5. Impact on the energy market
Qatar is one of the world's largest exporters of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The possibility of the war spreading to the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf poses a risk to Qatar's energy exports and global energy prices.