Tanker Hit by Projectile Off Doha, Qatar — British Maritime Security Agency Confirms

A tanker was struck by a projectile off the coast of Doha, Qatar on April 1, according to a confirmation from the British Maritime Trade Operations (BMTO) security agency. Damage was reported to the vessel; no casualties were immediately confirmed. The attack is consistent with Iran's ongoing pattern of maritime strikes targeting Gulf energy infrastructure and shipping. Qatar hosts the Al Udeid Air Base — the largest US air base in the region — and has hosted forward US air operations since Day 1. The attack raised fresh concerns about Qatar LNG export operations, which remain under force majeure since Day 2 of the conflict.