US Personnel Injured in Airbase Attack in Iraq
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The Facts
At least five US servicemen were wounded in a rocket attack at al-Asad airbase in western Iraq on Monday, according to US officials.At least five US servicemen and two contractors were wounded in a rocket attack at al-Asad airbase in western Iraq on Monday, according to US officials, who attributed the strike to Iran-backed forces.
The strike took place as the Middle East prepares for potential new attacks by Iran and its allies following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and leaders from Hezbollah last week.The strike follows the killing of Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr in an Israeli strike and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh last week. Iran claims Israel is behind the killing of Haniyeh, though Tel Aviv hasn't commented on the matter.
The Spin
TheThis attack on the Al-Asad Airbase on Monday by an Iran-aligned militia that injured five US servicemen is an alarming development, signalingand signals a dangerous escalation andin the conflict, highlighting Iran's disruptive role in the region. The US remains steadfast in supporting Israel and its security against threats from Iran and its regional proxies. Authorities are actively pursuing the perpetrators and will ensure they are held accountable.
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