Rockets Fired from Iraq Target US Military Base in Syria
The attack marks the first against US forces since early February, following a period of relative calm.
- At least five rockets were launched from the Iraqi town of Zummar towards a US military base in northeastern Syria late Sunday.
- The attack coincided with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's return from a US visit, where he met President Joe Biden.
- Iraqi security forces have launched a wide-ranging search for the perpetrators, seizing the vehicle used in the attack.
- The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, a coalition of Iran-backed groups, has resumed attacks, citing US support for Israel amid regional tensions.
- No confirmation on casualties or damage at the US base has been reported yet.