Qatar announces temporary closure of airspace

Monday, 23 June 2025 20:02

By ARN News Staff

Qatar has shut down its airspace temporarily as a precautionary measure amid regional developments, a statement by the Qatari foreign ministry said on X.

It added that the move aims to ensure the safety of citizens, residents and visitors.

The Ministry said that the situation is being closely monitored in coordination with regional and international partners, and any updates will be shared through official channels.

وزارة الخارجية: الجهات القطرية المختصة تعلن عن إيقاف حركة الملاحة الجوية مؤقتاً في أجواء الدولة حرصاً على سلامة المواطنين والمقيمين والزائرين #قنا #قطر pic.twitter.com/fOY5bmpV4w
— وكالة الأنباء القطرية (@QatarNewsAgency) June 23, 2025

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