Overview

• The June 20 missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base was coordinated in advance by Iran and Qatar with the Trump administration’s knowledge.
• Qatari authorities released preapproved statements minutes after the launches, highlighting the scripted nature of the operation.
• Tehran fired a calculated number of missiles matching strikes on its own facilities to signal retaliation without inflicting harm.
• Advanced Qatari defense systems intercepted all incoming missiles, preventing casualties and major damage.
• Barak Ravid suggests the tripartite coordination was designed to allow retaliation and prevent further escalation of hostilities.