3 rockets targeted Victory Base near Baghdad International Airport, causing no casualties; U.S. troops are facing increased threats amid rising regional tensions.

On Tuesday, three rockets targeted Victory Base near Baghdad International Airport, home to U.S. troops. Air defenses intercepted two, while the third landed near the Iraqi Counter Terrorism Service HQ, causing no casualties. The attack highlights rising tensions in the region, linked to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. The U.S. has about 2,500 troops in Iraq, facing increased threats from Iran-aligned groups since the conflict began on October 7.

September 30, 2024
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