US Forces Repel Middle East Attacks and Intercept Drone Strikes on Troops
US forces in the Middle East are facing increased threats as the Israel-Hamas war raises concerns of spillover across the region. Drones and missiles were launched at bases hosting US troops in Iraq, while a US warship intercepted missiles potentially heading towards Israel. President Joe Biden has deployed naval power to the region, and there has been an uptick in attacks on US forces since the conflict in Israel began. The US has not seen a direct connection between these attacks and the Israel-Hamas conflict, but Iran-backed groups in Iraq have formed a joint operations room to support Hamas. The situation has prompted warnings of a potential regional crisis and calls for tighter sanctions on Iran.
- US forces repel Middle East attacks as Israel-Hamas war threatens spillover Al Jazeera English
- Drones attack a US military base in southern Syria and there are minor injuries, US officials say The Associated Press
- Troops hurt after three drones attack U.S. bases in Iraq PennLive
- US military forces have been targeted in two separate drone attacks injuring some troops Al Jazeera English
- Drone attack on US troops in Iraq intercepted The Tribune India
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