Qatar ordered French Thales GM200 and GM400 Alpha radars on 28/1/2026 as part of a plan to strengthen its air-defense system and close its early-warning systems (EWS) gaps.
This comes amid heightened U.S.–Iran tensions and concerns that any potential strikes and retaliation in the region could extend to Doha.
The note outlines the air-defense systems Qatar is considering, to reinforce its national air-defense posture, including new radar acquisitions and potential additions or upgrades to interceptor layers.
