Al Jazeera News Updates Iran strikes LNG site in Qatar, Trump says he wasn't aware of Israeli attack on Iran
Mar 19, 2026
Coverage of strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure, including damage to LNG and refinery sites in Qatar and the UAE. Reporting on a drone attack at Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery. Discussion of public statements denying prior knowledge of an Israeli strike and warnings about further retaliation. A brief preview of an upcoming segment about the Epstein files.
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Iran Strikes Gulf Energy Infrastructure
- Iran struck major Gulf energy sites, hitting Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG complex and UAE facilities, escalating regional energy vulnerability.
- The attacks followed an Israeli strike on Iran's South Pars gas field, linking retaliatory dynamics across shared gas reserves.
Ras Laffan Damage Spurs Diplomatic Fallout
- Qatar says Ras Laffan sustained extensive damage after Iran's strike, prompting the expulsion of several Iranian diplomatic staff.
- Damage to the world's largest LNG facility and diplomatic expulsions deepen regional tensions and energy market risk.
Attacks Extend To Kuwaiti Refinery
- Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery reportedly suffered a drone attack causing a fire, indicating attacks extend beyond Qatar and UAE.
- Multiple targeted energy sites suggest a pattern of tactical strikes aimed at disrupting regional fuel production.