Daijiworld Media Network

Doha, Jul 15: Qatar has rolled out a nationwide compensation scheme for citizens and residents whose properties were damaged by missile shrapnel during a recent Iranian strike intercepted over Qatari airspace. The decision, announced by the Ministry of Interior on Sunday, follows directives from His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

The damage occurred when Iranian missiles, aimed at the Al Udeid US Air Base in Qatar, were intercepted during a volatile 12-day war between Iran and Israel from June 13 to June 24. The missile attack came in retaliation to US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. US President Donald Trump confirmed that 14 missiles were launched by Iran, 13 of which were intercepted.

Though no casualties were reported, falling debris caused minor but widespread damage across parts of Qatar — affecting homes, vehicles, industrial sites, and commercial establishments.

The government, through an emergency Civil Defence Council meeting chaired by Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, immediately activated a new compensation framework effective July 13. The Ministry of Interior assured financial assistance to both Qatari citizens and resident expatriates who filed official damage reports with security departments.

A 2-day window has been provided for additional claims, which can be submitted via the Metrash app. The government has also waived all traffic fines issued on the day of the missile strike and introduced measures to ease the process for affected individuals.

This initiative marks a swift and humanitarian response by Qatar’s leadership, reinforcing its commitment to protect and support all residents during regional instability.