Doha, March 5 -- Qatar's Ministry of Defence on Thursday said the country had been subjected to a missile attack and that its air defence systems were actively intercepting the incoming missiles amid conflict in the region.

In a statement issued by the Ministry's Directorate of Morale Guidance, authorities said the missile attack was detected, and response systems were immediately activated.

"The Ministry of Defense of the State of Qatar announces that the State of Qatar has been subjected to a missile attack. Air defense systems are intercepting the missile attack," the statement read.

The ministry urged citizens, residents and visitors to remain calm and follow instructions issued by security authorities. It also cautioned people aga...