Iraq: What you need to know about the military bases struck by Iran
5 years ago

Iraq: What you need to know about the military bases struck by Iran

CNN  

CNN — Two Iraqi bases that house American troops were the target of more than a dozen Iranian missiles on Wednesday in retaliation for the US killing Iran’s most powerful military general. Iran has vowed revenge for the killing of Gen. Qasem Soleimani in a US drone strike in Baghdad on Friday, calling it an “act of war” and “state terrorism.” In a statement, the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, an elite wing of the Iranian military that is also known as the IRGC, said the attacks were “hard revenge” for the death of Soleimani. Al-Assad base has hosted Trump The al-Assad air base, which houses US troops, is one of the largest and oldest military bases in Iraq. Caretaker Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi has said the withdrawal of US troops would be the only “way out” of further violence in Iraq.

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US military strikes 9 Iranian-backed militia targets in Syria in 24 hours
1 month, 4 weeks ago

US military strikes 9 Iranian-backed militia targets in Syria in 24 hours

Hindustan Times  

The U.S struck nine targets at two locations in Syria Monday to hit Iranian-aligned militias that had launched attacks on U.S personnel over the last 24 hours, U.S. Central Command said. Representational image: US military launched attacks against Iranian-backed militias in Syria No U.S personnel were injured in the attacks, but as of late Monday the Pentagon did not provide …

Wrapping up mission, US troops will leave some longstanding bases in Iraq under new deal
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Wrapping up mission, US troops will leave some longstanding bases in Iraq under new deal

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.S. announced an agreement …

Explosion reported at US military facility near Baghdad airport ahead of Iranian president’s visit
4 months ago

Explosion reported at US military facility near Baghdad airport ahead of Iranian president’s visit

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Iraqi security officials said an explosion targeted a site used by the U.S. military next to Baghdad airport late Tuesday, one day before an expected visit by Iran’s president. Iraq’s security media cell said in a statement that an explosion was heard at 11 p.m. at the airport, in an area used by advisers to the U.S.-led international …

Pro-government fighters attack areas of US-backed fighters in east Syria. 2 killed
5 months ago

Pro-government fighters attack areas of US-backed fighters in east Syria. 2 killed

Associated Press  

QAMISHLI, Syria — Violence surged in opposition-held areas of Syria on Wednesday as government-backed fighters killed at least two people in rare violence in the east, while a truck bomb exploded in the northern city of Azaz, killing nine people, the main U.S.-backed force in the war-torn country and an opposition war monitor said. Fighters backed by the Syrian government …

A rocket attack at an Iraqi military base injures U.S. personnel
5 months ago

A rocket attack at an Iraqi military base injures U.S. personnel

The Hindu  

Several U.S. personnel were injured in a suspected rocket attack at a military base in Iraq, U.S. defense officials said on August 5, in what has been a recent uptick in strikes on American forces by Iranian-backed militias. The attack comes as tensions across the Middle East are spiking following the killings last week of a senior Hezbollah commander in …

US Personnel Injured After Rocket Attack At Iraqi Military Base
5 months ago

US Personnel Injured After Rocket Attack At Iraqi Military Base

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Several U.S. personnel were injured in a suspected rocket attack at a military base in Iraq, U.S. defense officials said Monday, in what has been a recent uptick in strikes on American forces by Iranian-backed militias. The attack comes as tensions across the Middle East are spiking following the killings last week of a senior …

A rocket attack at an Iraqi military base injures U.S. personnel, officials tell AP
5 months ago

A rocket attack at an Iraqi military base injures U.S. personnel, officials tell AP

LA Times  

The flags of Iraq and the United States on the table during a meeting with Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Iraqi Defense Minister Muhammad Al-Abbasi at the Pentagon last month. Several U.S. personnel were injured in a suspected rocket attack at a military base in Iraq, U.S. Defense officials said Monday, in what has been a recent …

Explosion at pro-Iran military base kills one, injures many
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Explosion at pro-Iran military base kills one, injures many

Live Mint  

An explosion occured at Iraqi military base in Babylon province on early Saturday in which one person got killed and several injured. According to the AFP news agency, the "aerial bombing" happened overnight on an Iraqi military base housing a coalition of pro-Iranian armed group-Popular Mobilization Forces, or Hashed al-Shaabi. The Iraqi military official, who spoke on condition of anonymity …

Iran-backed militia claims its base in Iraq attacked by airstrike amid regional tensions, one killed
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Iran-backed militia claims its base in Iraq attacked by airstrike amid regional tensions, one killed

India TV News  

Baghdad: The coalition of Iran-allied militias in Iraq, known as the Popular Mobilisation Forces, claimed that an airstrike hit its base in Iraq on early Saturday. Israel's suspected attack on Iran Iran and Israel have apparently moved out of decades of shadow conflict to direct confrontations as the latter is suspected to have launched a drone attack on the central …

One killed, eight wounded in blast at Iran-aligned group’s base in Iraq
8 months, 3 weeks ago

One killed, eight wounded in blast at Iran-aligned group’s base in Iraq

Al Jazeera  

One person has been killed and at least eight injured after a blast at a military base in Iraq used by the Iran-aligned Popular Mobilisation Forces, the army said. The PMF said “the attack” late on Friday targeted the Kalsu military base, located some 50km south of the capital Baghdad in the province of Babil. Reporting from Baghdad, Al Jazeera’s …

Why US and UK carrying out massive airstrikes in Iraq and Syria I EXPLAINED
11 months, 1 week ago

Why US and UK carrying out massive airstrikes in Iraq and Syria I EXPLAINED

India TV News  

Washington: The US military has launched strikes on dozens of sites manned by Iran-backed fighters in western Iraq and eastern Syria in retaliation for a drone strike in Jordan in late January that killed three US service members and wounded dozens. Tensions had been rising since the Israel-Hamas war started on October 7 and a week later Iran-backed fighters, who …

What to know about the US strikes in Iraq and Syria and its attacks with the UK in Yemen
11 months, 1 week ago

What to know about the US strikes in Iraq and Syria and its attacks with the UK in Yemen

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — British forces on Saturday joined their American allies in new attacks against militia in Yemen. The U.S. military earlier launched strikes on dozens of sites manned by Iran-backed fighters in western Iraq and eastern Syria in retaliation for a drone strike in Jordan in late January that killed three U.S. service members and wounded dozens. A week later, …

Many killed in U.S. air strikes in Iraq, Syria
11 months, 1 week ago

Many killed in U.S. air strikes in Iraq, Syria

The Hindu  

The United States launched air strikes in Iraq and Syria against more than 85 targets linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and militias it backs, reportedly killing nearly 40 people, in retaliation for a deadly attack on U.S. troops. In Iraq, residents said several strikes hit the Sikak neighbourhood in Al-Qaim, a residential area that locals said was also used by …

US Begins Wave Of Airstrikes in Iraq, Syria Retaliating For Fatal Drone Attack
11 months, 1 week ago

US Begins Wave Of Airstrikes in Iraq, Syria Retaliating For Fatal Drone Attack

Huff Post  

President Joe Biden greets service members after arriving at Dover Air Force Base, Del., Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. via Associated Press WASHINGTON — The U.S. military launched an air assault on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militias and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Friday, in the opening salvo of retaliation for the drone strike that killed …

US hits hard at militias in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack
11 months, 1 week ago

US hits hard at militias in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. military launched an air assault on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militias and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Friday, in the opening salvo of retaliation for the drone strike that killed three U.S. troops in Jordan last weekend. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said the targets “were carefully selected to avoid …

U.S. launches airstrikes in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack
11 months, 1 week ago

U.S. launches airstrikes in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack

LA Times  

President Biden pays tribute as the remains of U.S. Army Sgt. The U.S. military launched an air assault on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militias and Iran’s Revolutionary Guard on Friday, in the opening salvo of retaliation for the drone strike that killed three U.S. troops in Jordan last weekend, according to the U.S. military …

What is Tower 22 – the secret US base at centre of Iran-backed drone attacks?
11 months, 1 week ago

What is Tower 22 – the secret US base at centre of Iran-backed drone attacks?

The Telegraph  

As well as being just across the border from Tower 22, Al-Tanf garrison is also located on a vital road in south-eastern Syria that can link Iranian-backed forces from Tehran all the way to southern Lebanon – and Israel’s doorstep. Now, the US base – which some claim holds a signals intelligence facility – enables troops to disrupt what could …

US carries out airstrikes on 3 sites in Iraq linked to Iran-backed militias blamed for base attack
11 months, 2 weeks ago

US carries out airstrikes on 3 sites in Iraq linked to Iran-backed militias blamed for base attack

Firstpost  

The United States conducted strikes against Iran-supported militants in Iraq, responding robustly to the group’s second attack on American troops on Tuesday. The decision to strike in Iraq followed an incident where militants launched two one-way attack drones at al-Asad Air Base, causing injuries to U.S. service members and infrastructure damage. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced in a statement that …

US base attacked in Iraq hours after Iran vows revenge for Damascus attack
11 months, 3 weeks ago

US base attacked in Iraq hours after Iran vows revenge for Damascus attack

Al Jazeera  

American soldiers are reportedly wounded in attacks allegedly made by Iran-linked groups as fears of a wide regional conflict grow. Iran-backed armed groups have targeted US troops in Iraq hours after Tehran vowed revenge and blamed Israel for a deadly attack on a building housing its elite forces in the Syrian capital Damascus, driving fears of wide regional conflict. “Multiple …

U.S. personnel are injured after Iranian-backed militants attacked an Iraq air base
11 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. personnel are injured after Iranian-backed militants attacked an Iraq air base

NPR  

U.S. personnel are injured after Iranian-backed militants attacked an Iraq air base Enlarge this image toggle caption Nasser Nasser/AP Nasser Nasser/AP An unknown number of U.S. service members and at least one Iraqi service member suffered injuries in an attack by Iranian-backed militants on an air base in western Iraq, U.S. officials said. Sponsor Message Last month, three U.S. service …

Iran launches missile strikes in Iraq and Syria citing security threats
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Iran launches missile strikes in Iraq and Syria citing security threats

Al Jazeera  

IRGC says it fired ballistic missiles at Israeli ‘espionage centres’ in Erbil in north Iraq, hitting ISIL targets in Syria. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched ballistic missiles at what it claimed were Israeli “spy headquarters” in Iraq’s Kurdish region and hit targets allegedly linked to ISIL in northern Syria, saying it was defending its security and countering terrorism. Iran’s …

A rocket attack targets the US Embassy in Baghdad, causing minor damage but no casualties
1 year, 1 month ago

A rocket attack targets the US Embassy in Baghdad, causing minor damage but no casualties

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — A rocket attack on the sprawling U.S. Embassy in Baghdad caused minor damage but no casualties on Friday morning, U.S. and Iraqi officials said. Friday’s assault was followed by drone and multi-rocket attacks, including on al-Asad air base in western Iraq and three troop locations in Syria, also with no casualties, U.S. officials said. The U.S. State Department …

Iraq slams US strikes that killed eight pro-Iran fighters
1 year, 1 month ago

Iraq slams US strikes that killed eight pro-Iran fighters

Al Jazeera  

Baghdad denounces the strikes as a breach of its ‘sovereignty’. The US did not coordinate the attacks on militia positions south of Baghdad on Tuesday and early Wednesday morning with Iraq, government spokesman Bassem al-Awadi said. US Central Command said the strikes were retaliation for “attacks against US and coalition forces by Iran and Iran-backed groups”. US positions under fire …

U.S. seeks a delicate balance in responding to attacks on its forces by Iran-backed militias
1 year, 1 month ago

U.S. seeks a delicate balance in responding to attacks on its forces by Iran-backed militias

LA Times  

This Pentagon image shows a Nov. 8 airstrike on a weapons warehouse in eastern Syria. Iranian-backed militants in Iraq and Syria have long battled with U.S. and coalition forces, launching sporadic attacks against bases in the region where troops are deployed to fight Islamic State militants. According to the Pentagon, Iranian-backed militants have launched 61 attacks on bases and facilities …

US carries out two more strikes on Iran-backed groups in Syria
1 year, 1 month ago

US carries out two more strikes on Iran-backed groups in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Pentagon says it targeted training facility and a safe house in response to continued attacks on US forces. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the “precision strikes” targeted a training facility near the city of Albu Kamal and a safe house near the city of Mayadeen, in response to continued attacks against US forces in Syria and Iraq. Citing an …

US carries out air strikes in Syria on Iran-linked facilities, 3rd in less than 3 weeks
1 year, 1 month ago

US carries out air strikes in Syria on Iran-linked facilities, 3rd in less than 3 weeks

India Today  

The United States carried out two air strikes in Syria against Iran and its aligned groups on Sunday, the Pentagon said, in the latest response to a series of attacks against American forces in Syria and in Iraq. The strike is the third since October 26 as the United States attempts to quell wave after wave of drone and rocket …

US conducts airstrikes against Iran-backed groups in Syria, retaliating for attacks on US troops
1 year, 1 month ago

US conducts airstrikes against Iran-backed groups in Syria, retaliating for attacks on US troops

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon and U.S. officials say U.S. fighter aircraft conducted airstrikes on locations in eastern Syria involving Iranian-backed groups, likely causing casualties and destroying weapons stored at the two targets that were struck — a training facility and a safe house. The U.S. has conducted three strikes over the last two weeks against Iranian-tied weapons depots in Syria …

US hits alleged Iran-linked ‘weapons storage’ facility in Syria
1 year, 2 months ago

US hits alleged Iran-linked ‘weapons storage’ facility in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin says the move was in response to continued attacks on US forces in Syria and Iraq. The United States has attacked an alleged weapons storage facility in eastern Syria it believes was being used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iran-backed groups. In a statement on Wednesday, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the …

US strikes 2 facilities in Syria following attacks by Iran-backed militia
1 year, 2 months ago

US strikes 2 facilities in Syria following attacks by Iran-backed militia

Firstpost  

Biden has sent a rare message to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warning Tehran against targeting US personnel in the Middle East, the White House said earlier on Thursday US President Joe Biden ordered strikes on two facilities in Syria following attacks on US troops in the past week, the Pentagon said, warning the US will take additional measures …

U.S. strikes Iran-linked sites in Syria in retaliation for attacks on its troops
1 year, 2 months ago

U.S. strikes Iran-linked sites in Syria in retaliation for attacks on its troops

The Hindu  

The U.S. military launched airstrikes early Friday, October 27, 2023 on two locations in eastern Syria linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Pentagon said, in retaliation for a slew of drone and missile attacks against U.S. bases and personnel in the region that began early last week. A senior defence official said the sites were chosen because the IRGC …

US attacks facilities in Syria linked to Iran, Pentagon says
1 year, 2 months ago

US attacks facilities in Syria linked to Iran, Pentagon says

Al Jazeera  

The White House earlier warned it would respond to attacks on its forces in Iraq and Syria at ‘time of our choosing’. The United States has attacked two facilities in Syria used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iran-backed groups, the Pentagon has said, following a series of attacks against US forces in Iraq and Syria. If attacks by …

40 years after bombing that killed Americans in Beirut, US troops again deploy east of Mediterranean
1 year, 2 months ago

40 years after bombing that killed Americans in Beirut, US troops again deploy east of Mediterranean

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — Forty years after one of the deadliest attacks against U.S. troops in the Middle East, some warn that Washington could be sliding toward a new conflict in the region. If the U.S. intervenes directly in the Israel-Hamas war, “then the American presence in the region becomes legitimate targets for resistance fighters whether in Iraq or elsewhere,” the commander …

Troops hurt after three drones attack US bases in Iraq as tensions flare after Gaza hospital blast
1 year, 2 months ago

Troops hurt after three drones attack US bases in Iraq as tensions flare after Gaza hospital blast

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — Coalition forces were slightly injured in Iraq in a spate of drone attacks over the last 24 hours at U.S. bases in Iraq as regional tensions flare following the deadly explosion at a hospital in Gaza. Two drones targeted the al Asad airbase in western Iraq used by U.S. forces and one drone targeted a base in northern …

Military: Syria rocket attack on US base nets no casualties
1 year, 9 months ago

Military: Syria rocket attack on US base nets no casualties

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A rocket attack Monday targeted …

Pro-Iranian forces in Syria warn US of response to air strikes
1 year, 9 months ago

Pro-Iranian forces in Syria warn US of response to air strikes

Al Jazeera  

President Joe Biden said the US ‘does not seek conflict with Iran’ but would respond ‘forcefully’ to attacks on US forces in Syria. Pro-Iranian forces in Syria have said they have a “long arm” to respond to further United States air strikes on their positions, after tit-for-tat missile and drone attacks in Syria over the last 24 hours. The online …

Why US troops remain in Iraq 20 years after ‘shock and awe’
1 year, 9 months ago

Why US troops remain in Iraq 20 years after ‘shock and awe’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Twenty years after the U.S. invaded Iraq — in blinding explosions of shock and awe — American forces remain in the country in what has become a small but consistent presence to ensure an ongoing relationship with a key military and diplomatic partner in the Middle East. The divide was a key factor in the collapse of the …

Why US troops remain in Iraq 20 years after 'shock and awe'
1 year, 9 months ago

Why US troops remain in Iraq 20 years after 'shock and awe'

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Twenty years after the U.S. …

US says airstrikes in Syria intended to send message to Iran
2 years, 4 months ago

US says airstrikes in Syria intended to send message to Iran

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon says U.S. military airstrikes in eastern Syria this week were a message to Iran and Tehran-backed militias that targeted American troops this month and several other times over the past year. Colin Kahl, the undersecretary of defense for policy, told reporters on Wednesday that the U.S. airstrikes overnight on facilities used by militias backed by Iran’s …

US airstrikes target Iran-backed militia in eastern Syria
2 years, 4 months ago

US airstrikes target Iran-backed militia in eastern Syria

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — The U.S. military said early Wednesday it carried out airstrikes in eastern Syria that targeted areas used by militias backed by Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard. Colin Kahl, the U.S. undersecretary of defense for policy, told reporters the U.S. airstrikes demonstrated that “the United States will not hesitate to defend itself against Iranian and Iran-backed aggression when it occurs.” …

Why does the US still have forces in Syria?
2 years, 4 months ago

Why does the US still have forces in Syria?

Al Jazeera  

US forces have targeted a base operated by Iranian allies in eastern Syria after an attack near a US base last week. The eastern Syria raids announced on Wednesday appear to be part of the latter, with Central Command spokesperson Colonel Joe Buccino saying the strikes “were necessary to protect and defend US personnel”, and a response to an August …

Iran’s IRGC shells ‘terrorist positions’ in Iraq’s Erbil
2 years, 8 months ago

Iran’s IRGC shells ‘terrorist positions’ in Iraq’s Erbil

Al Jazeera  

The attack comes two months after the IRGC launched ballistic missiles at what it said was an Israeli base in Erbil. Tehran, Iran – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has shelled an area in Erbil in neighbouring Iraq, targeting positions it said were held by “terrorist groups”. The IRGC ground forces launched artillery fire on Iraq’s northern Kurdish regional capital …

Iran claims missile barrage near U. S. consulate in Iraq
2 years, 9 months ago

Iran claims missile barrage near U. S. consulate in Iraq

The Hindu  

Iran claimed responsibility on March 13 for a missile barrage that struck near a sprawling U. S. consulate complex in northern Iraq, saying it was retaliation for an Israeli strike in Syria that killed two members of its Revolutionary Guard earlier this week. An Iraqi official in Baghdad initially said several missiles had hit the U. S. consulate in Erbil, …

Iran claims responsibility for missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq, says it was retaliation for Israeli strike in Syria
2 years, 9 months ago

Iran claims responsibility for missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq, says it was retaliation for Israeli strike in Syria

Firstpost  

The attack drew harsh condemnation from the Iraqi government, which called it a ‘violation of international law and norms’ and demanded an explanation from the Iranian leadership Baghdad: Iran claimed responsibility Sunday for a missile barrage that struck near a sprawling US consulate complex in northern Iraq, saying it was retaliation for an Israeli strike in Syria that killed two …

Iran claims missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq
2 years, 9 months ago

Iran claims missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Iran claimed responsibility Sunday for a missile barrage that struck near a sprawling U.S. consulate complex in northern Iraq, saying it was retaliation for an Israeli strike in Syria that killed two members of its Revolutionary Guard earlier this week. An Iraqi official in Baghdad initially said several missiles had hit the U.S. consulate in Irbil, which is …

Iran claims missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq
2 years, 9 months ago

Iran claims missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq

India TV News  

Highlights Iran claimed responsibility for a missile barrage that struck near US consulate in Iraq No US facilities were damaged or personnel injured, said State Department spokesman The attack drew harsh condemnation from the Iraqi government Iran claimed responsibility on Sunday for a missile barrage that struck near a sprawling US consulate complex in northern Iraq, saying it was retaliation …

The AP Interview: General says US troops to remain in Iraq
3 years, 1 month ago

The AP Interview: General says US troops to remain in Iraq

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The top U.S. commander for the Middle East said Thursday that the United States will keep the current 2,500 troops in Iraq for the foreseeable future, and he warned that he expects increasing attacks on U.S. and Iraqi personnel by Iranian-backed militias determined to get American forces out. Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie said in an interview with The …

Coalition says Iraq base housing US troops hit in drone attack
3 years, 5 months ago

Coalition says Iraq base housing US troops hit in drone attack

Al Jazeera  

No casualties reported in the attack that took place days before the meeting between Iraqi PM Mustafa al-Kadhimi and US President Joe Biden in Washington. It took place days before Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi is expected to meet US President Joe Biden at the White House on Monday to discuss a possible full US troop withdrawal from Iraq. “There …

Series of attacks target US personnel in Iraq and Syria
3 years, 6 months ago

Series of attacks target US personnel in Iraq and Syria

India Today  

US diplomats and troops in Iraq and Syria were targeted in three rocket and drone attacks in the past 24 hours, US and Iraq officials said on Wednesday, including at least 14 rockets hitting an Iraqi air base hosting US forces, wounding two American service members. Two people were slightly wounded in the rocket attack on the Ain al-Asad air …

Iraqi militia commander vows to avenge deaths in US strike
3 years, 6 months ago

Iraqi militia commander vows to avenge deaths in US strike

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — The leader of an Iran-backed Iraqi militia has vowed to retaliate against America for the deaths of four of his men in a U.S. airstrike along the Iraq-Syria border last month, saying it will be a military operation everyone will talk about. Abu Alaa al-Walae, commander of Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, said in an exclusive interview with The Associated …

US troops in Syria attacked after airstrikes on militias
3 years, 6 months ago

US troops in Syria attacked after airstrikes on militias

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — U.S. troops in eastern Syria came under rocket attack Monday, with no reported casualties, one day after U.S. Air Force planes carried out airstrikes near the Iraq-Syria border against what the Pentagon said were facilities used by Iran-backed militia groups to support drone strikes inside Iraq. “The targets selected were facilities utilized by the network of Iran-backed militia …

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