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Qatar comes under Iranian attack for first time since April

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World Desk

What we know

Iran’s weekend expansion included Qatar, a key ceasefire mediator that had not come under attack since April, Reuters reported—raising risks that mediation channels themselves would be collateral damage.

The UAE was also targeted again after a lull since early May.

What's confirmed

• Qatar hit first time since April; UAE engaged again (Reuters).

What's still developing

• Whether Qatar suspends or conditions mediation roles.

Sources

• Reuters — Qatar and UAE in expanded attack set link