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Iran's Missile Attacks Force Qatar Universities to Shift Online

3/19/2026

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Iran's missile attacks have left Education City in Doha quiet and prompted university closures, including branches of six U.S. colleges, with classes moved online.
Qatar's education ministry mandated distance learning, and authorities evacuated 282 students on March 14.
The situation escalated after Iran targeted Qatar's gas hub on March 18.
Some students said the evacuation was well organized, but concerns rose about practical studies and rising isolation.

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Story summary

Iran's missile attacks have left Education City in Doha quiet and prompted university closures, including branches of six U.S. colleges, with classes moved online.
Qatar's education ministry mandated distance learning, and authorities evacuated 282 students on March 14.
The situation escalated after Iran targeted Qatar's gas hub on March 18.
Some students said the evacuation was well organized, but concerns rose about practical studies and rising isolation.