Qatar has made it clear that it maintains a capable air force ready to respond to any Israeli air strikes, emphasizing its reserved right to retaliate following a recent failed assassination attempt on Hamas leaders in Doha. Qatari officials have warned that any display of weakness could embolden Israel to carry out further attacks, heightening tensions in the already volatile Middle East.
Despite these stern warnings, experts and analysts on platforms such as Polymarket currently assess the likelihood of Qatar launching a direct strike against Israel as low. The delicate diplomatic balance and Qatar’s role as a regional mediator are believed to limit its immediate military response options.
Nonetheless, Qatar’s possession of a functional air defense system signals a readiness to defend its sovereignty should provocations continue. The situation remains fluid, with the region closely watching how Doha navigates the fallout from the recent Israeli operation and whether it will escalate into broader conflict.
