QatarEnergy has declared force majeure, a move that will impact global markets. The announcement follows two attacks on the company's liquefied natural gas facilities, forcing a halt in production.
Tensions are high in the Gulf region following strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel. Qatar's Ministry of Defence reported intercepting drones and cruise missiles launched from Iran. The Qatari Cabinet strongly condemned the attacks as a "flagrant violation of its sovereignty."
In related developments, Qatar News Agency reported the arrest of suspects linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, accused of spying and sabotage. Qatar's airspace remains closed, affecting Qatar Airways operations.