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Qatar PM Blasts Iran for Dangerous Miscalculation Amid Conflict

3/10/2026

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Summary

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Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani criticized Iran for a "dangerous miscalculation" after Gulf missile and drone attacks.
He said neighbors feel betrayed after Iran retaliated against US-Israeli strikes, triggering a 10-day conflict.
The attacks destabilized the global economy, with oil above $115 per barrel and fuel shortages in South Asia, notably Pakistan and Bangladesh.

History

Historical Context

The Gulf War began on August 2, 1990, when Iraq, led by Saddam Hussein, invaded Kuwait, claiming economic grievances and territorial rights. The United Nations swiftly imposed sanctions, causing oil prices to surge by over 400%. This conflict, involving a 34-nation coalition led by the United States, reshaped Middle Eastern geopolitics and continues to influence regional tensions today, particularly between Qatar and Iran.

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Story summary

Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani criticized Iran for a "dangerous miscalculation" after Gulf missile and drone attacks.
He said neighbors feel betrayed after Iran retaliated against US-Israeli strikes, triggering a 10-day conflict.
The attacks destabilized the global economy, with oil above $115 per barrel and fuel shortages in South Asia, notably Pakistan and Bangladesh.

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