On March 2, 2026, Qatar's Ministry of Defense confirmed that its air defenses successfully shot down two Iranian Su-24 Fencer jets and intercepted multiple ballistic missiles and drones targeting the country. This incident highlights escalating regional tensions and the strategic military capabilities of Qatar's defense forces.
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