Qatar temporarily closed its airspace as a precautionary measure due to tensions with Iran and threats to the US.

Qatar's foreign ministry has announced a temporary closure of airspace to protect the safety of residents and visitors amid heightened regional tensions and threats from Iran. The US and British embassies have issued warnings to their nationals, advising them to stay indoors. Although Qatari authorities have said there is no specific threat, US officials suggest Iran could launch attacks against US forces in the Middle East. Qatar hosts Al Udeid Air Base, the largest US military base in the region.