Explosions heard over Doha as Iran attacks US forces at air base in Qatar

Explosions heard over Doha as Iran attacks US forces at air base in Qatar

Hannah Daygo

Explosions were heard over Qatar's capital Doha on Monday, a Reuters witness reported, shortly after a Western diplomat said there had been a credible Iranian threat against the U.S.-run al Udeid air base in the Gulf Arab state since midday.

The diplomat spoke soon after Qatar announced it had closed its air space temporarily to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.