On June 23, 2025, Iran launched Operation Bashayer Al-Fath (“Annunciation of Victory”)—a missile strike targeting the US Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar.

The operation was a direct response to the US "Operation Midnight Hammer," in which American forces bombed Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a sharp escalation in Iran–US tensions and regional hostilities.

Key Highlights:

• Missile attack on Al-Udeid Air Base: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) struck the strategic US military installation in Qatar using precision missiles.
• Launched in retaliation: The operation was launched in response to the US bombing of three Iranian nuclear sites under "Operation Midnight Hammer".
• IRGC’s statement: Iran described the strike as a "devastating and powerful missile attack"—a message aimed at deterring further US aggression.
• Regional warning: Tehran stated continued US attacks would provoke more intense military responses, emphasizing that overseas US bases are now “points of vulnerability”.
• Global reactions: The missile launches were confirmed by multiple outlets, and Qatar’s air defenses reportedly intercepted the strikes with no reported casualties.