How to strike back after deadly drone attack? US has many options, but must weigh consequences
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How to strike back after deadly drone attack? US has many options, but must weigh consequences

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has made it clear the U.S. will strike back after a deadly drone attack killed three service members and wounded more than 40 at a small base in Jordan over the weekend. On Tuesday, one of the major Iran-backed militia groups, Kataib Hezbollah, announced in a statement “the suspension of military and security operations against the occupation forces” in Iraq, referring to U.S. troops. On that day, U.S. fighter jets struck two weapons and ammunition storage sites in eastern Syria near Boukamal that were used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iranian-backed groups. Sen. Lindsay Graham, R-S.C., said hitting Iranian proxies hasn’t deterred them and he called on the Biden administration “to strike targets of significance inside Iran, not only as reprisal for the killing of our forces, but as deterrence against future aggression.” Others said the U.S. should hit the IRGC and the Quds Force, which are spread around the region. Sen. Jim Risch, the top Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said the administration “must adopt an Iran policy focused on imposing meaningful economic and military costs on the regime.” The U.S. could beef up sanctions aimed at cutting off the flow of funds to Iran and its proxies, particularly in Iraq.

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US military strikes 9 Iranian-backed militia targets in Syria in 24 hours
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Biden 'knew and ENCOURAGED' Israel to bomb Iran to 'deter further attacks' - as Tel Aviv issues chilling ultimatum
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Biden 'knew and ENCOURAGED' Israel to bomb Iran to 'deter further attacks' - as Tel Aviv issues chilling ultimatum

Daily Mail  

US President Joe Biden knew about Israel's plan to bomb Tehran on Saturday morning and even encouraged it as a way to deter further attacks. Israel had hit Iran with three waves of attack in the early morning hours Saturday The strikes hit roughly 20 sites over the course of the night Iranian officials said the strikes caused only 'limited' …

Biden administration fears Iranian attack and is working with Israel on defenses, US official says
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden administration fears Iranian attack and is working with Israel on defenses, US official says

CNN  

CNN — The Biden administration is worried that an attack from Iran is being planned in the wake of Israel’s killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and is working with Israel on defenses, a US official said Sunday night. The Pentagon said in a statement Sunday night that “should Iran, its partners, or its proxies use this moment to target …

Five pro-Iran fighters killed in drone strike in Eastern Syria
4 months, 1 week ago

Five pro-Iran fighters killed in drone strike in Eastern Syria

The Hindu  

Five Iran-backed fighters were killed on Sunday in a drone strike in Syria’s east, near the Iraqi border, a war monitor said, adding it was not clear yet who was behind the attack. In June, three pro-Iran fighters, including at least two Iraqis, were killed in an overnight air strike in eastern Syria near the Iraqi border, the Observatory had …

Biden weighs more US defenses for Israel as the region prepares for Iranian retaliation
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden weighs more US defenses for Israel as the region prepares for Iranian retaliation

CNN  

CNN — President Joe Biden is weighing more US defenses in the Middle East as the US prepares for an Iranian retaliation against Israel that officials say could include an attack on American forces. In a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday, Biden said the US would “support Israel’s defense against threats,” which would include “new defensive …

Drone strike by Yemen’s Houthi rebels kills 1 person and wounds at least 10 in Tel Aviv
5 months ago

Drone strike by Yemen’s Houthi rebels kills 1 person and wounds at least 10 in Tel Aviv

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — An Iranian-made drone sent by Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck Tel Aviv on Friday, leaving one person dead and at least 10 wounded in the group’s first lethal strike into Israel. Chief spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said the drone was detected by air defenses, but an “error” occurred and “there was no interception.“ People gather at …

Drone strike by Yemen’s Houthi rebels kills 1 person and wounds at least 10 in Tel Aviv
5 months ago

Drone strike by Yemen’s Houthi rebels kills 1 person and wounds at least 10 in Tel Aviv

LA Times  

People are seen through a broken window near the scene of a drone strike in Tel Aviv on Friday. An Iranian-made drone sent by Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck Tel Aviv on Friday, leaving one person dead and at least 10 wounded in the group’s first lethal strike inside Israel. The attack in Israel’s biggest city was startling because the drone …

How U.S. helped counter Iran’s attack on Israel
8 months, 1 week ago

How U.S. helped counter Iran’s attack on Israel

The Hindu  

Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel with hundreds of drones and missiles marked the culmination of a tense two weeks in which Washington engaged in whirlwind efforts to prepare for the expected violence. Senior U.S. officials detailed the role Washington played — both militarily and diplomatically — in countering the attack: Iranian attack Iran launched a barrage of more than 100 …

Iran attacks Israel: Biden’s big power test
8 months, 1 week ago

Iran attacks Israel: Biden’s big power test

Live Mint  

In a dreadful moment for the world, Iran fired hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel on Saturday, although about 99% were claimed to have been intercepted by Israeli and allied forces, with losses kept down by an iron dome to damage of an army base and a child’s injury. Yet, an escalation that sends regional hostility and oil prices …

Iran-Israel attack latest: Israel plans 'painful' strike on Iran without casualties
8 months, 1 week ago

Iran-Israel attack latest: Israel plans 'painful' strike on Iran without casualties

The Telegraph  

How Iran’s attack on Israel unfolded – minute by minute Israel is planning a “painful” strike on Iran that does not cause casualties, according to leaks from the prime minister’s war cabinet. A carefully calibrated response to Iran’s unprecedented missile and drone attack on Sunday could come in the form of a precision strike on a facility in Tehran, or …

US issues grave warning to Iran after retaliatory attack on Israel, hints at ‘what we would do’ if…
8 months, 1 week ago

US issues grave warning to Iran after retaliatory attack on Israel, hints at ‘what we would do’ if…

Hindustan Times  

While US President Joe Biden has made it clear that the US doesn't seek a war with Iran, National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said that the United States has issued a stern warning to the Islamic State in wake of the attack on Israel. John Kirby remarks comes after Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu …

Israel calls off retaliatory strike on Iran after Netanyahu- Biden talks
8 months, 1 week ago

Israel calls off retaliatory strike on Iran after Netanyahu- Biden talks

Op India  

Following a barrage of drone strikes fired by Iran on Saturday towards Israel, a New York Times report states that Israel decided to carry out a retailtory attack on Tehran on Sunday morning, however it was cancelled after a phone call took place between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the situation. Notably, Netanyahu …

U.S. Shoots Down 'Nearly All' Iran-launched Drones, Biden Vows Support For Israel Defense
8 months, 1 week ago

U.S. Shoots Down 'Nearly All' Iran-launched Drones, Biden Vows Support For Israel Defense

Huff Post  

In this image provided by the White House, President Joe Biden, along with members of his national security team, receive an update on an ongoing airborne attack on Israel from Iran, as they meet in the Situation Room of the White House in Washington, Saturday, April 13, 2024. via Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden lauded American forces who …

US forces shoot down 'at least dozens' of Iranian drones targeting Israel as Revolutionary Guards issues chilling warning to America
8 months, 1 week ago

US forces shoot down 'at least dozens' of Iranian drones targeting Israel as Revolutionary Guards issues chilling warning to America

Daily Mail  

US forces have downed some of the Iran-launched drones flying toward Israel, according to officials. The official said: 'In accordance with our ironclad commitment to Israel's security, US forces in the region continue to shoot down Iranian-launched drones targeting Israel 'Our forces remain postured to provide additional defensive support and to protect US forces operating in the region.' A F/A-18E …

Biden cuts trip short as Iran launches drones and missiles towards Israel
8 months, 1 week ago

Biden cuts trip short as Iran launches drones and missiles towards Israel

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery President Joe Biden meets with member of the National Security …

‘Commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad’: US President Joe Biden meets security team for update on Iran’s attacks
8 months, 1 week ago

‘Commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad’: US President Joe Biden meets security team for update on Iran’s attacks

Live Mint  

US President Joe Biden informed that he met with his national security team at the White House to receive an update on Iran’s attacks against Israel amid brawling tensions between the two countries. On Saturday, April 13, US President Joe Biden and his national security team monitored Iran’s aerial attack against Israel and the US President pledged to support Israel …

Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s unprecedented attack; Biden seeks diplomatic response
8 months, 1 week ago

Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s unprecedented attack; Biden seeks diplomatic response

LA Times  

Israel on Sunday hailed its air defenses in the face of an unprecedented attack by Iran, saying the systems thwarted 99% of the more than 300 drones and missiles launched toward its territory. President Biden convened a meeting of the Group of 7 advanced democracies “to coordinate a united diplomatic response.” The participants unanimously condemned the attack and said they …

Biden rushes back to White House to meet national security team as Iran launches drone attack against Israel
8 months, 1 week ago

Biden rushes back to White House to meet national security team as Iran launches drone attack against Israel

Hindustan Times  

Iran on Saturday evening launched its most anticipated attack on Israel using suicide drones and missiles. US President Joe Biden rushed back to Washington, D.C. from Delaware to "consult with his national security team about events in the Middle East," the White House claimed, hours before Iran launched drones and missile against Iran. Hours before Iran launched drones and missile …

US helps Israel shoot down ‘nearly all’ Iran-launched attack drones as Biden pledges support
8 months, 1 week ago

US helps Israel shoot down ‘nearly all’ Iran-launched attack drones as Biden pledges support

Associated Press  

Follow AP’s live updates on Iran’s attack against Israel. WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden lauded American forces who helped Israel down “nearly all” of the drones and missiles fired by Iran and vowed to coordinate a global response to Tehran’s unprecedented attack. The Pentagon said U.S. forces intercepted “dozens of missiles” and drones launched from Iran, Iraq, Syria and Yemen …

US preparing for significant Iran attack on US or Israeli assets in the region as soon as next week
8 months, 2 weeks ago

US preparing for significant Iran attack on US or Israeli assets in the region as soon as next week

CNN  

Washington CNN — The US is on high alert and actively preparing for a “significant” attack that could come as soon as within the next week by Iran targeting Israeli or American assets in the region in response to Monday’s Israeli strike in Damascus that killed top Iranian commanders, a senior administration official tells CNN. “Since we were unable to …

After US drone strike killed pro-Iran commander, Iraq slams Washington
10 months, 2 weeks ago

After US drone strike killed pro-Iran commander, Iraq slams Washington

Hindustan Times  

Iraq on Thursday condemned a US air strike that killed a senior commander from a pro-Iran armed group accused of having been involved in attacks on American troops in the region. A portrait of Abu Baqir al-Saadi, a prominent leader in the Phalange, who was killed in a strike carried out a day earlier by an American drone that targeted …

How a US drone strike in Baghdad could spark a new Middle East crisis
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How a US drone strike in Baghdad could spark a new Middle East crisis

Hindustan Times  

A US drone strike killed a senior commander of the Kataib Hezbollah militia group and two other militants in Baghdad on Wednesday night, officials confirmed. REUTERS/Ahmed Saad The strike was part of a US campaign to target Iran-backed militias in the region, following a deadly drone attack on a US base in Jordan last month. The US drone hit a …

US launches massive drone strike on Baghdad, kills top militia leader linked to attacks on American troops
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US launches massive drone strike on Baghdad, kills top militia leader linked to attacks on American troops

India TV News  

Baghdad: A US drone strike blew up a car in the Iraqi capital Wednesday night, killing a high-ranking commander of the powerful Kataib Hezbollah militia who is responsible for “directly planning and participating in attacks” on American troops in the region, the US military said Wednesday. No civilians killed in attack: US In a statement, US Central Command said “there …

US drone strike in Baghdad kills high-ranking militia leader linked to attacks on American troops
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US drone strike in Baghdad kills high-ranking militia leader linked to attacks on American troops

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — A U.S. drone strike blew up a car in the Iraqi capital Wednesday night, killing a high-ranking commander of the powerful Kataib Hezbollah militia who is responsible for “directly planning and participating in attacks” on American troops in the region, the U.S. military said Wednesday. It comes just days after the U.S. military launched an air assault on …

U.S. drone strike kills a leader of an Iran-backed militia in Iraq
10 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. drone strike kills a leader of an Iran-backed militia in Iraq

NPR  

U.S. drone strike kills a leader of an Iran-backed militia in Iraq Enlarge this image toggle caption Murtaja Lateef/AFP via Getty Images Murtaja Lateef/AFP via Getty Images A U.S. drone strike in Baghdad killed at least one leader of an Iran-backed militia on Wednesday, the Pentagon said. In a nighttime attack Wednesday, the U.S. military "conducted a unilateral strike in …

At least 6 Kurdish fighters are killed in a drone attack on a Syrian base housing US troops
10 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 6 Kurdish fighters are killed in a drone attack on a Syrian base housing US troops

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — A drone attack on a base housing U.S. troops in eastern Syria killed six allied Kurdish fighters late Sunday, in the first significant attack in Syria or Iraq since the U.S. launched retaliatory strikes over the weekend against Iran-backed militias that have been targeting its forces in the region. The U.S. military launched dozens of retaliatory strikes targeting …

At least 6 Kurdish fighters are killed in a drone attack on a Syrian base housing US troops
10 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 6 Kurdish fighters are killed in a drone attack on a Syrian base housing US troops

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 drone attack on a …

At least 6 Kurdish fighters killed in drone attack on Syrian base housing U.S. troops
10 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 6 Kurdish fighters killed in drone attack on Syrian base housing U.S. troops

LA Times  

This photo issued by the British Ministry of Defence on Sunday shows a RAF Typhoon FGR4 aircraft returning to base, following strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen. A drone attack on a base housing U.S. troops in eastern Syria killed six allied Kurdish fighters late Sunday, in the first significant attack in Syria or Iraq since the U.S. launched retaliatory …

Column: Will Biden’s ‘Goldilocks’ airstrikes against Iran-backed militias work?
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Column: Will Biden’s ‘Goldilocks’ airstrikes against Iran-backed militias work?

LA Times  

Members of the Iraqi Shiite Popular Mobilization Forces clear the rubble after a U.S. airstrike in Qaim, Iraq, on Feb. 3, 2024. The recent U.S. airstrikes against Iran-backed militias were the largest President Biden has ordered since he took office, a pointedly large-scale retaliation for a drone attack that killed three U.S. soldiers in Jordan. Instead, it warned the United …

At least 6 Kurdish fighters killed in drone attack on Syrian base housing US troops
10 months, 2 weeks ago

At least 6 Kurdish fighters killed in drone attack on Syrian base housing US troops

New Indian Express  

BEIRUT: A drone attack on a base housing U.S. troops in eastern Syria killed six allied Kurdish fighters late Sunday, in the first significant attack in Syria or Iraq since the U.S. launched retaliatory strikes over the weekend against Iran-backed militias that have been targeting its forces in the region. In late January, a drone attack by the same group …

US warns of further retaliation if Iran-backed militias continue their attacks
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US warns of further retaliation if Iran-backed militias continue their attacks

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — After a weekend of retaliatory strikes, the United States on Sunday warned Iran and the militias it arms and funds that it will conduct more attacks if American forces in the Mideast continue to be targeted, but that it does not want an “open-ended military campaign” across the region. Sullivan said Iran should expect “a swift and forceful …

Eye on the Middle East | Killing of US forces in Jordan and Washington’s response present new challenges
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Eye on the Middle East | Killing of US forces in Jordan and Washington’s response present new challenges

Hindustan Times  

On January 28, three personnel of the United States Army were killed in Jordan at Tower 22 — a US logistics outpost near Jordan’s borders with Iraq and Syria used to support the larger al-Tanf garrison in Syria and advise the Jordanian military. This exchange of attacks between the United States and Iran-backed militias in Iraq, however, exposes new fault-lines …

U.S., Britain strike Yemen's Houthis in a new wave, retaliating for attacks by Iran-backed militants
10 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S., Britain strike Yemen's Houthis in a new wave, retaliating for attacks by Iran-backed militants

The Hindu  

The United States and Britain struck 36 Houthi targets in Yemen on February 3 in a second wave of assaults meant to further disable Iran-backed groups that have relentlessly attacked American and international interests in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war. He added, “We will not hesitate to defend lives and the free flow of commerce in one of the …

What to know about the US strikes in Iraq and Syria and its attacks with the UK in Yemen
10 months, 3 weeks 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, …

Everything we know about the US strikes on Iranian targets in Syria and Iraq
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Everything we know about the US strikes on Iranian targets in Syria and Iraq

The Independent  

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US strikes Iran linked targets after Jordan retaliation: 10 points you must know
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US strikes Iran linked targets after Jordan retaliation: 10 points you must know

Hindustan Times  

In a massive air raid on Iran-backed militants in Iraq and Syria, US Air Force hit over 80 targets with more than 125 bombs in retaliation to a deadly drone strike targeting an American base in Jordan last Sunday, resulting in the unfortunate loss of three U.S. service members. REUTERS/Tom Brenner/File Photo The US president, Joe Biden, said the attack …

US Strikes Iranian-Backed Militia Targets In Iraq And Syria, Biden Says 'If You Harm...'
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US Strikes Iranian-Backed Militia Targets In Iraq And Syria, Biden Says 'If You Harm...'

ABP News  

The United States has responded to the assassination of its soldiers in Jordan by bombing dozens of targets in Iraq and Syria utilised by Iranian-backed militias and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, news agency PTI reported. “This afternoon, at my direction, US military forces struck targets at facilities in Iraq and Syria that the IRGC and affiliated militia use to attack …

US retaliates against killing of soldiers in Jordan,
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US retaliates against killing of soldiers in Jordan,

Live Mint  

The United States has retaliated against the killing of its soldiers in Jordan by striking dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iranian-backed militias and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, according to a report published by the news agency PTI. But let all those who might seek to do us harm know this: If you harm an American, we …

‘Strategic error’: Iran condemns US attacks on Iraq, Syria
10 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Strategic error’: Iran condemns US attacks on Iraq, Syria

Al Jazeera  

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says overnight US strikes are ‘violations of the sovereignty and territorial integrity’ of the two countries. Iran says the attacks by the United States inside Iraq and Syria are a “strategic error” that will only add to tensions and instability in the Middle East heightened by Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. In a statement on Saturday, Iran’s …

United States begins strikes against Iran-linked targets in Iraq, Syria — as it happened
10 months, 3 weeks ago

United States begins strikes against Iran-linked targets in Iraq, Syria — as it happened

ABC  

The strikes come hours after US President Joe Biden and Pentagon leaders attended the remains of the three American soldiers killed in the Jordan attack returning to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware. But the Pentagon had said it did not want war with Iran and did not believe Tehran wanted war either, even as Republican pressure increased on Mr …

US launches air attack on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack in Jordan
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US launches air attack on dozens of sites in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack in Jordan

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: The US 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 US troops in Jordan last weekend. The massive barrage of strikes hit more than 85 targets at seven locations, including command …

U.S., U.K. again strike Houthi targets in Yemen
10 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S., U.K. again strike Houthi targets in Yemen

LA Times  

Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, left, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Q. The strikes follow an air assault in Iraq and Syria on Friday that targeted other Iranian-backed militias and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard in retaliation for the drone strike that killed three U.S. troops in Jordan last weekend. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III …

Many killed in U.S. air strikes in Iraq, Syria
10 months, 3 weeks 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
10 months, 3 weeks 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 carries out retaliatory strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq, Syria
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US carries out retaliatory strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq, Syria

Hindustan Times  

The United States carried out retaliatory airstrikes on Friday in Iraq and Syria against more than 85 targets linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard and the militias it backs, the U.S. military said, after a deadly attack in Jordan that killed three U.S. troops and injured some 40 others. The U.S. military said in a statement that the strikes hit targets …

US hits hard at militias in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for fatal drone attack
10 months, 3 weeks 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. hits Iranian proxies in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for deadly strikes
10 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. hits Iranian proxies in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for deadly strikes

NPR  

U.S. hits Iranian proxies in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for deadly strikes Enlarge this image toggle caption Roberto Schmidt/AFP via Getty Images Roberto Schmidt/AFP via Getty Images The U.S. military has mounted a series of air and missile strikes against Iranian proxies in Iraq and Syria, NPR has confirmed, in retaliation for a suicide drone strike that killed three American …

US hits 85 targets in Iraq and Syria – but says it will not strike inside Iran
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US hits 85 targets in Iraq and Syria – but says it will not strike inside Iran

The Telegraph  

The US hit more than 85 targets as it launched air strikes against Iran-backed militias in the Middle East on Friday night. American forces struck command and control centres, missiles and drone storage facilities in Iraq and Syria in an attack on Iran’s Revolutionary Guard But the White House insisted it had no intention of hitting targets within Iran or …

US launches strikes in response to attack that killed troops in Jordan
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US launches strikes in response to attack that killed troops in Jordan

Al Jazeera  

US military struck more than 85 Iran-linked targets in Iraq and Syria after three US soldiers were killed on Sunday. The United States military has launched dozens of air strikes against targets in Syria and Iraq in the first retaliation for a drone attack that killed three soldiers at a remote US base in Jordan. “At my direction, US military …

US approves plan for strikes on Iran-linked targets in Iraq, Syria: Report
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US approves plan for strikes on Iran-linked targets in Iraq, Syria: Report

Al Jazeera  

The US has said its military response could be multitiered and take place over several days. US officials have said their strikes could take place over several days, have multiple targets, and be “sustained over time”. Both Iran and the US have said they wish to avoid escalating the military fallout of Israel’s war, which has spread to include Israel’s …

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