The Qatari government has formally pushed back against a recent US media report that accused the nation of exaggerating damage at the Ras Laffan LNG facility to justify operational shutdowns. In a statement released through the Qatar News Agency, officials labeled the allegations as entirely fabricated, pointing out the absurdity of the claim given that the facility was, in fact, dealing with the aftermath of Iranian missile strikes at the time. Qatar’s International Media Office clarified that the declaration of force majeure was a necessary safety measure taken to protect personnel during the height of the military tensions, rather than a strategic ploy or a coordinated effort with external actors.

The statement further condemned the report as a deliberate attempt to tarnish Qatar's reputation and destabilize its strong strategic relationship with the United States. Qatari officials emphasized that the country’s energy sector is built on transparency and professional integrity, rejecting any notion that they would intentionally distort facts for political gain. The government has urged major international media outlets to uphold higher standards of journalistic accuracy, warning that publishing unverified, biased information serves only to fuel disinformation campaigns aimed at undermining regional peace efforts.