Qatar Expels Iranian Military and Security Attaches Amid Rising Tensions
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs formally notified Iran’s embassy that both its military and security attaches are persona non grata, ordering them to leave the country within one day. This rare step was taken after repeated Iranian attacks targeting Qatar, including a recent ballistic missile strike on the critical Ras Laffan industrial hub, damaging vital energy infrastructure. The expelled officials represent Iranian military and security interests in Qatar, and their ouster reflects Doha’s stance against violations of its sovereignty and security. The move damages diplomatic relations and highlights escalating hostility in the Gulf region. Qatar’s action underscores mounting regional tensions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Mar 2026 21:15
Middle East Conflict Deepens Risks to Syria’s Post-War Recovery
Syria’s path toward recovery and political transition remains at serious risk amid escalating regional conflicts. UN senior officials informed the Security Council that incidents involving intercepted Iranian missiles and drones over Syrian airspace have resulted in debris crashing inside Syria, causing civilian injuries and deaths. These military actions exacerbate the already dire humanitarian landscape in a country devastated by 14 years of civil war and recent political upheaval. The affected civilians endure heightened insecurity, disrupted aid delivery, and an unstable environment that threatens hard-won progress after the Assad regime’s overthrow. The conflict spillover from regional tensions contributes to the fragility... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Mar 2026 18:42
Qatar Condemns Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks on Its Territory and Neighbors
Qatar has issued a forceful denunciation of Iranian missile and drone strikes aimed at its territory and other nearby states, describing the assaults as violations of national sovereignty and international legal norms. These attacks endanger civilian lives and escalate tensions in an already volatile region. The condemnation was delivered by Qatar’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Dr. Hend Abdulrahman Al Muftah, at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council. The statement underscores growing concerns over Iran's military actions that undermine regional security and stability. Qatar stresses that such aggression defies the principles of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Mar 2026 14:27
