Qatari Air Defenses Intercept Multiple Threats From Iran

Qatar’s Ministry of Defense announced that its armed forces shot down two Iranian Sukhoi Su-24 tactical bombers, marking a significant air-to-air engagement in the expanding regional conflict. The Qatar Amiri Air Force also intercepted seven ballistic missiles and brought down five drones targeting multiple locations across the country. All aircraft were intercepted before reaching their intended targets, according to the ministry. The incident comes as Gulf states report growing exposure to Iranian missile and drone activity, with Qatar characterizing Iran’s strikes as ‘reckless and irresponsible.’ This development was first reported by AeroTime.