Qatar has temporarily closed its airspace in response to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, grounding flights in and out of the Gulf state.
The move comes after US forces struck three nuclear sites in Iran, prompting Tehran to launch a barrage of retaliatory ballistic missiles against Israel.
In a statement posted to social media on Monday, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs said: “Qatari authorities announce the temporary suspension of air traffic in the country’s airspace, in order to ensure the safety of citizens, residents, and visitors.”
#بيان | الجهات القطرية المختصة تعلن عن إيقاف حركة الملاحة الجوية مؤقتاً في أجواء الدولة حرصاً على سلامة المواطنين والمقيمين والزائرين#الخارجية_القطرية pic.twitter.com/mRos4GZGkO
— الخارجية القطرية (@MofaQatar_AR) June 23, 2025
Qatar Airways has been contacted for comment on the impact to its operations.
Airlines are reviewing routes across the region, with some services rerouted or diverted mid-air.
It comes just hours after the Foreign Office advised British nationals in Qatar to “shelter in place” following a US security alert.
The UK Foreign Office is advising against all travel to Iran and urges British nationals in the region to follow local guidance.
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