Trump calls Iran's attack on US-run airbase in Qatar 'very weak response'

The US has confirmed that Iran communicated in advance of ‘symbolic’ attack on Al Udeid airbase in Qatar
Trump calls Iran's attack on US-run airbase in Qatar 'very weak response'

Shortly beforehand, Qatar, announced it had closed its air space temporarily to ensure the safety of residents and visitors. File Picture

Iran launched a missile attack on an American airbase in Qatar on Monday that caused no injuries, and US President Donald Trump dismissed it as a "weak response" to US attacks while urging Iran and Israel to make peace after 11 days of mutual hostilities.

The attack on Al Udeid Airbase in neighbouring Qatar threatened to widen a conflict that began on June 13 with an Israeli strike on Iran targeting its nuclear programme and ballistic missiles.

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