Doha [Qatar], February 28 (ANI): Amid the mounting conflict across West Asia, Qatari defense forces “successfully intercepted and repelled a number of attacks that targeted the country’s territory” on Saturday, according to the Qatar Ministry of Defense.
“The Ministry affirmed that the threat was addressed immediately upon detection and in accordance with the preapproved security plan, with all missiles being intercepted before reaching Qatari territory,” the statement read.
“The Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announces that, thanks to the high level of readiness, security vigilance and close coordination among the relevant authorities, it successfully intercepted and repelled a number of attacks that targeted the country’s territory,” it added.
The ministry reaffirmed its capability to repel any attacks and assured citizens that the situation is “stable and fully under control.”
“The Ministry also reassures citizens, residents and visitors, urging everyone to remain calm, adhere to instructions issued by the competent security authorities, avoid spreading rumors and rely solely on official statements and information released by authorized sources,” the statement added.
In a separate statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s “right to respond” to strikes on its territory. “The State of Qatar expresses its strong condemnation of the targeting of Qatari territory with Iranian ballistic missiles, considering it a flagrant violation of its national sovereignty, a direct infringement on its security and territorial integrity, and an unacceptable escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region,” the statement read.
The ministry said the targeting of Qatari territory is “inconsistent with the principles of good neighborliness and cannot be accepted under any pretext or justification.”
“The State of Qatar has consistently sought to distance itself from regional conflicts and has worked to facilitate dialogue between the Iranian side and the international community,” it added.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia condemned what it described as “blatant Iranian aggression” and the violation of the sovereignty of the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan.
“The Kingdom affirms its full solidarity with and unwavering support for the brotherly countries, and its readiness to place all its capabilities at their disposal in support of any measures they may undertake. It also warns of the grave consequences resulting from the continued violation of states’ sovereignty and the principles of international law,” the statement said.
In view of the escalating conflict in West Asia, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said developments in Iran are “greatly concerning” and that the European Union is in close contact with its partners in the region.
“We reaffirm our steadfast commitment to safeguarding regional security and stability. Ensuring nuclear safety and preventing any actions that could further escalate tensions or undermine the global nonproliferation regime is of critical importance,” von der Leyen wrote on X.
The European Union has adopted extensive sanctions in response to the actions of what it described as “Iran’s murderous regime and the Revolutionary Guards” and has consistently promoted diplomatic efforts aimed at addressing nuclear and ballistic programs through a negotiated solution, the statement added. (ANI)
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