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Trump Threatens South Pars Destruction If Qatar Attacked

PUBLISHED Mar 18, 2026, 11:37 PM ET

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WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. would 'massively blow up' Iran's South Pars gas field if Tehran attacked Qatar. Trump wrote on Truth Social that the U.S. 'knew nothing' about an Israeli strike and said Israel would stop further strikes unless Iran hit Qatar. The Wall Street Journal and Axios reported Trump had known and supported the Israeli plan. Iran then struck part of Qatar's LNG facility this week. U.S. officials, speaking anonymously, said Washington was informed of the Israeli plan but did not join the operation. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Reported Israeli strike on Iran's South Pars gas field.
Iran retaliated by striking part of Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG facility.
President Trump posted on Truth Social denying U.S. prior knowledge and threatening response if Qatar were hit again.
Wall Street Journal and Axios reported Trump had been aware of and supported the Israeli plan.
U.S. officials, speaking anonymously, said Washington was informed of the Israeli plan but did not participate.

News Intelligence

This situation could affect gas prices. Iran's South Pars field is a major source of natural gas. If it's damaged, global supply could drop. This might raise prices at your local pump. Keep an eye on gas prices in the coming weeks.

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Who Benefited

U.S. and allied strategic messaging aimed to deter further attacks and reinforce security commitments toward Qatar, potentially strengthening diplomatic ties and validating defense postures among U.S. partners in the Gulf.

Who Impacted

Iran's energy infrastructure and regional civilian populations face heightened risk from reciprocal strikes and economic fallout, while global energy markets experienced immediate price volatility and supply concerns after the attacks.

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