New Delhi, June 24 -- Al Udeid Air Base, located about 20 miles southwest of Doha, Qatar, is one of the most vital US military installations in the Middle East. Recently thrust into headlines after being targeted by Iranian missile strikes, the base has long served as the centerpiece of American military operations in the region.

Here are the key features of Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, one of the most important US military installations in the Middle East:

Purpose & assets

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