Video | Qatar Reveals Footage of US Al Udeid Base Attack for the First Time

Source: Global Times
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On April 10 local time, Qatar released footage for the first time showing the damage to the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base following an attack by Iran, with the AN/FPS-132 radar ("Cobra Eye") and related equipment used for tracking ballistic missiles severely damaged.

The U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar is located about 35 kilometers southwest of Doha and is one of the largest military bases for the U.S. in the Gulf region.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Iranian attack on U.S. military base
Location
Udeid Air Base · Qatar
Unit
U.S. Armed Forces
Time
April 10
Equipment
AN/FPS-132 radarballistic missile tracking equipment
Summary

On April 10, Iran launched an attack on the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, causing significant damage to the AN/FPS-132 radar and ballistic missile tracking equipment. This incident marks the first time Qatar has publicly released images of the aftermath of the attack, which is one of the largest U.S. military bases in the Gulf region.

Key Facts
  • Iran attacked the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
  • The attack caused significant damage to the AN/FPS-132 radar and missile tracking equipment.
  • The base is located approximately 35 kilometers southwest of Doha.
  • This is the first time Qatar has released images of the attack.