Qatar expels Iranian diplomats following LNG facility attack incident

March 19, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Qatar expels Iranian diplomats following LNG facility attack incident

Qatar Expels Iranian Diplomats Following LNG Facility Incident

Qatar has announced that it is expelling Iran’s military and security attaches following an incident at the Ras Laffan liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facility. The facility, which is currently the world’s largest, suffered “extensive damage” after Iranian missiles were fired.

According to reports, the incident occurred on [date] when Iranian missiles struck the LNG facility. The attack resulted in significant damage to the facility, prompting a response from Qatar.

In response to the incident, Qatar has decided to expel Iran’s military and security attaches from the country. This decision was made by the Qatari government, which is reportedly taking steps to address the security concerns raised by the attack on the LNG facility.

Details of the incident are still emerging, but it is clear that the attack had a significant impact on the facility and its operations. The expelling of Iranian diplomats is seen as a response to the incident, with Qatar seeking to maintain stability and security in the region.

The incident has raised concerns about regional tensions and the potential for further conflict. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact relations between Qatar and Iran.

Source: Al Jazeera