Explosions and missile attacks hit Doha amid rising injuries

Russian outlets relay Reuters reports on the Doha explosions while stressing the danger of a broader conflict if Iran and Gulf states escalate. They tend to avoid detailed blame and instead highlight the need for diplomatic efforts, possibly involving Russia or other outside powers, to calm the situation. Russian coverage suggests that further Western military build-up in the Gulf would deepen tensions with Iran and complicate any talks.

• •Russian reporting cites Reuters in stating that new explosions have rocked Doha as part of Iran’s attacks on Gulf targets.
• •Russian outlets emphasize the rising number of injured in Qatar and the 18 intercepted ballistic missiles as signs of serious fighting risk.
• •Moscow is presented as favoring negotiations between Iran and Gulf states over any new Western-led military action.
• •Further US or NATO deployments to protect Gulf countries are portrayed as likely to harden Iran’s stance.
• •Russian commentary suggests that a prolonged confrontation in the Gulf would disrupt energy exports and hurt many countries, including Russia’s partners.