๐ What Happened
On the evening of June 23, around 8:00 p.m. local time (17:00 UTC), Iran launched a coordinated missile attack on multiple U.S. military sites:
- Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar: ~10 missiles launched. Explosions were heard over Doha. Qatar’s air defense systems intercepted several.
- U.S. outposts in Iraq: Specific bases were hit; names have not been officially disclosed.
- Mentions of the U.S. Consulate in Erbil and sites in Kuwait: Reports are unconfirmed regarding direct hits in Kuwait.
๐ Damage & Casualties
- No confirmed U.S. fatalities or serious injuries reported.
- Damage appears limited to infrastructure: some runways, radar systems, tents, and non-critical equipment were affected.
- Qatar successfully intercepted multiple missiles. No civilian injuries have been reported in Doha.
- In Iraq and Kuwait, initial assessments indicate no significant troop harm.
๐ Background & Context
- The attack is seen as a retaliatory strike by Iran for the U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan on June 22, known as Operation Midnight Hammer.
- Qatar closed its airspace, rerouted civilian flights to Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, and activated defense systems.
๐ Ongoing Updates
- Damage assessments are still ongoing in Iraq and Kuwait.
- U.S. CENTCOM and regional allies are expected to release further statements.
- The region remains on high military alert, with escalation risks rising.
๐งพ Summary
Iran’s strike was a calculated, symbolic retaliation—focusing especially on the Al Udeid base in Qatar. While the attack caused limited material damage and no confirmed casualties, it marks the first direct Iranian assault on U.S. military assets across three countries in this phase of confrontation.
Stay tuned for verified updates as the situation unfolds.
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