Qatar to compensate residents affected by debris after Iranian missile strike; 2-day deadline to submit claims

Time of India

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Qatar has given residents exactly two days to submit damage claims through the Metrash app for missile debris-related compensation. (Representative image)
TL;DR
Qatar will compensate residents for property damage caused by debris from intercepted Iranian missiles during the recent missile strike.
Claims must be filed within two days via the Metrash app to qualify for compensation.
The compensation covers residential, commercial, industrial properties, and vehicles affected by the missile interception debris.
Qatar has launched a nationwide compensation program for citizens and residents whose properties were damaged by falling shrapnel from Iranian missiles intercepted over its territory.
The announcement came on Sunday, July 13, from the Ministry of Interior, following direct instructions from His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
The damage resulted from an Iranian missile attack targeting the Al Udeid US Air Base in Qatar, an incident that unfolded during a sharp escalation in the Middle East. The missile launch was a direct retaliation by Iran after the United States carried out strikes on multiple Iranian nuclear facilities during a broader 12-day war between Israel and Iran, which took place from June 13 to June 24, 2025.
U.S. President
Donald Trump
confirmed that 14 Iranian missiles were fired toward the Al Udeid base. Thirteen were intercepted, while one missile was intentionally allowed to fall harmlessly to avoid provoking a larger confrontation. Though no casualties were reported, the debris from the intercepted missiles caused minor but widespread damage across parts of Qatar, particularly to homes, vehicles, industrial sites, and businesses.
Though no casualties were reported, the debris from the intercepted missiles caused minor but widespread damage across parts of Qatar, particularly to homes, vehicles, industrial sites, and businesses.
In response, the Qatari government quickly mobilized through an emergency meeting of the Civil Defence Council, chaired by Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Following the meeting, the Ministry of Interior officially confirmed that compensation would be extended to all affected individuals, provided they had filed official damage reports with the relevant security departments.
The Ministry stated:
'Compensation will be provided to citizens and residents whose private properties, residential buildings, vehicles, industrial facilities, and commercial establishments, have sustained damages as a result of falling shrapnel from the interception of Iranian missiles.'
To ensure swift and orderly disbursal, the government:
Reviewed all prior emergency protocols
Approved a new compensation mechanism (active since July 13)
Prioritized both Qatari citizens and resident expatriates
The Civil Defence Council has begun contacting affected individuals directly to complete claim procedures according to Qatari law.
For those who have not yet reported damage, a strict 2-day window has been provided (from the date of the announcement) to file a claim via the Metrash app. The steps are:
Open the app and go to 'Communicate with Us'
Tap 'Requests'
Select the relevant compensation service
Provide your details, a description, and address
Upload images or documents (if available)
Confirm and submit
Note: No claims will be accepted after the deadline.
In addition to compensation, Qatar has also:
Waived all traffic violations recorded on the day of the missile strike
Taken measures to ease bureaucratic stress on affected residents
This rapid mobilization reflects the Qatari leadership's intent to not only assess and repair physical damage but also provide prompt support to mitigate disruption to daily life.
As part of these relief efforts, Qatar has also waived all traffic violations recorded on the day of the missile strike, easing bureaucratic stress on residents affected during the heightened security alert.
The compensation initiative, deeply rooted in the directives of His Highness the Amir, is the latest in a series of measures aimed at shielding the population from the consequences of regional instability. While Qatar was not a primary actor in the 12-day Iran-Israel war, its strategic positioning and role as host to key military infrastructure meant that the impact of the conflict inevitably reached its soil.
FAQs:
Q. Who is eligible for compensation?
All Qatari citizens and residents whose properties were damaged by debris from intercepted Iranian missiles, provided the damage was documented officially.
Q. What types of property damage are covered?
Compensation covers damages to residential buildings, vehicles, industrial facilities, and commercial establishments.
Q. How can affected individuals submit claims?
Claims must be submitted through the Metrash app by selecting the appropriate service under 'Communicate with Us' > 'Requests,' then filling in details and uploading any supporting documents.
Q. 1What is the deadline for submitting compensation claims?
Claims must be submitted within two days from the official announcement date, July 13, 2025. No late claims will be accepted.
Q.What caused the property damage in Qatar?
A: Property damage was caused by falling shrapnel from Iranian missiles intercepted over Qatar after Iran's missile attack on the Al Udeid US Air Base, during the June 2025 Iran-Israel conflict.