On September 9, multiple explosions rocked the Katara district of Doha, Qatar’s vibrant cultural hub, sending shockwaves through the city’s streets.
Within hours, the Israeli military and the Israeli Security Agency (Shin Bet) confirmed they had carried out the strike, marking a new chapter of tension in the Gulf region. CGTN Stringer captured firsthand reactions from residents who experienced the blasts.
“I heard a deafening boom and my windows rattled,” recalled a nearby resident, describing how the sudden noise cut through the afternoon calm.
A Brazilian visitor in Doha for business remembered feeling the ground shake beneath his feet. “The explosion was immense, and the shockwave threw me off balance,” he said. “We are risking our lives living here.”
Doha hospitals reported a surge of patients with minor injuries and anxiety-related complaints. Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors and follow official guidance as investigations proceed.
For young global citizens and digital nomads, the attack is a stark reminder of how swiftly geopolitical conflicts can disrupt life in even the most cosmopolitan cities.
As social media buzzes with solidarity messages and calls for peace, the people of Doha are bracing for what comes next, united in uncertainty and hope for de-escalation.
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We Talk: Israel conducts attack in Qatar, locals recall the moment
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