Iran Proxies Escalate Attacks on US Forces in Response to Support for Israel

American service members stationed in the Middle East have faced 27 attacks by Iran-backed terror groups since October 17, with six additional "small-scale attacks" occurring since US airstrikes in Syria on October 26. The attacks, consisting of rocket and drone strikes, have caused minor injuries to around two dozen service members and resulted in the death of one contractor. The Biden administration has responded with verbal warnings, but the attacks continue. The US plans to send an additional 300 troops to the region to support force protection efforts. The attacks come in the aftermath of Hamas' deadly attack on Israel, leading to increased tensions in the region.