Doha, Qatar: Multiple explosions were heard in Iran's capital and several locations across the country.
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2:37PM Doha Time
Qatar Ministry of Commerce confirms availability of goods in large quantities
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has confirmed the availability of goods and products in large quantities across various retail outlets in the State, meeting consumer needs, ensuring market stability, and maintaining the normal flow of supplies. FULL NEWS
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has confirmed the availability of goods and products in large quantities across various retail outlets in the State, meeting consumer needs, ensuring market stability, and maintaining the normal flow of supplies.https://t.co/FcstxfcYa1
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
2:33pm Doha Time
UAE MoD confirms one civilian death in Iran attack
Authorities in the UAE further confirmed that fallen debris also resulted in one civilian death of an Asian nationality. Read more.
2:15pm Doha Time
Iran tells residents to leave Tehran: Al Jazeera
Iran’s National Security Council has advised residents to leave the capital Tehran. Click to read more
1:52pm Doha Time
Qatar announces temporary suspension of maritime traffic
Qatar’s Ministry of Transport on Saturday announced a temporary suspension of maritime traffic as a precautionary measure in response to recent regional developments. FULL NEWS
???? Qatar announces temporary suspension of maritime traffichttps://t.co/nfITgJEgZA
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
1:37pm Doha Time
Qatar strongly condemns targeting of its territory and sisterly states, affirms right to respond
The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation of the targeting of Qatari territory with Iranian ballistic missiles, considering it a flagrant violation of its national sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and territorial integrity, and an unacceptable escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region. FULL NEWS
Qatar strongly condemns targeting of its territory and sisterly states, affirms right to respondhttps://t.co/AP6dpcS38V
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
1:19pm Doha Time
Air India suspends flights to Middle East destinations amid regional developments
Air India announced on Saturday the suspension of all its flights to destinations in the Middle East due to the developing situation in parts of the region. FULL NEWS
Air India suspends flights to Middle East destinations amid regional developmentshttps://t.co/Q32uaX9OFJ
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
1:13pm Doha Time
Hamad International Airport confirms temporary suspension of air traffic
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has confirmed the temporary suspension of all aircraft movements following the closure of the Qatari airspace, the airport said in a statement shared on its official X account today. FULL NEWS
Hamad International Airport confirms temporary suspension of air traffichttps://t.co/E2jcr5oMHB
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
12:56pm Doha Time
Temporary suspension of Qatar Airways flights due to Qatar airspace closure
Qatar Airways Group has confirmed the temporary suspension of its flights to and from Doha due to the closure of Qatari airspace.
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Qatar Airways Group confirms the temporary suspension of its flights to, and from, Doha due to the closure of Qatari airspace.https://t.co/Oise30pKBF
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
12:53pm Doha Time
Ministry of Interior announces no damage from Iran attack
The Ministry of Interior announced that, thanks to the successful interception of the attacks targeting the country’s territory, the attack did not result in any damage. FULL NEWS
Ministry of Interior announces no damage from Iran attackhttps://t.co/RT6WARawrw
— The Peninsula Qatar (@PeninsulaQatar) February 28, 2026
12:48pm Doha Time
Ministry of Defence says attacks foiled, urges public to remain calm
The Ministry of Defense announced that, thanks to its high level of preparedness, security vigilance, and joint coordination between the relevant authorities, it has successfully intercepted a number of attacks targeting the country's territory.
12:45pm Doha Time
Qatar Ministry of Defence intercepts missiles: Al Jazeera
Two loud explosions were heard in Doha as Defence Ministry intercepts missiles launched from Iran.
Al Jazeera reported this quoting the Defence Ministry as it said, “it has successfully thwarted a number of attacks targeting the country’s territory”.
“The Ministry of Defense confirms that the threat was dealt with immediately upon detection, in accordance with the pre-approved security plan, and that all missiles were intercepted before reaching Qatari territory.” READ MORE
11:49am Doha Time
Iran says it has launched missiles and drones towards Israel
Al Jazeera quoted Iran’s IRGC as confirming that it has launched missiles and drones towards Israel following the attacks on its country.
“In response to the aggression of the hostile and criminal enemy against the Islamic Republic of Iran, the first wave of extensive missile and drone attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran towards the occupied territories has begun,” it added.
11:42am Doha Time
UAE airlines cancel flights to Iran, Israel amid regional tensions
Flights from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to several destinations in Iran and Israel have been cancelled amid heightened regional tensions, according to local airport websites.
11:25am Doha Time
Qatar confirms no security concerns in country, calls on public to avoid rumours
In light of the attacks on the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Ministry of Interior affirms that the situation in the State of Qatar remains stable and secure, with no current indications of concern at the internal security level. Click to read more
11am Doha Time
Iran state TV confirms Israeli 'aggression' on Tehran
Tehran: Iranian state television on Saturday confirmed what it described as an “aerial aggression by the Zionist regime” on the country, following a series of explosions in Tehran. Click to read more
10:45am Doha Time
Blasts heard in Iran's Isfahan, other cities: media
Several explosions were heard in a number of cities in Iran on Saturday, in the wake of blasts that hit the capital Tehran, the Fars news agency said. Read more
10:42am Doha Time
Trump claims Iran attacks aim to 'defend the American people'
US President Donald Trump says the joint US-Israeli attacks on Iran aim at “eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime”.
“Short time ago, US military began major combat operation in Iran. Our objective is to defend the American people by eliminating threats from the Iranian regime,” he said.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 28, 2026
10:30am Doha Time
Hospitals on alert, ambulances dispatched: Health Ministry spokesperson
Iran’s health ministry spokesperson says that hospitals are on alert following Israel’s attack, Tasnim news outlet reported.
According to the spokesperson, ambulances have been dispatched to central areas of the capital, and the probable number of injured and the exact locations will be announced once confirmed.
10:28am Doha Time
Iraq closes its airspace after strikes on Iran
Iraq closed its airspace on Saturday, state media said, after strikes were carried out against Iran. "The ministry of transport announces closing Iraqi airspace," the Iraq News Agency INA reported.
10:09am Doha Time
Loud blasts and columns of smoke in Tehran
Two loud blasts were heard in Tehran on Saturday morning by AFP journalists, and two plumes of thick smoke were seen over the centre and east of the Iranian capital. Click to read more
