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militaryinternational-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Retaliatory Strikes: US Targets Iran-Backed Militants in Iraq and Syria

A U.S. AC-130J Ghostrider aircraft conducted a self-defense strike against an Iran-backed militant group after the group launched a ballistic missile attack on Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq, resulting in non-serious injuries and minor infrastructure damage. The AC-130 gunship was already in the air and able to respond quickly, targeting a militia vehicle and personnel involved in the attack. This marks the first time a ballistic missile of this kind has been used in such an attack. Since October, U.S. forces have been attacked 66 times, and this unplanned strike is seen as an appropriate response to deter further aggression.

via Department of Defense|

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military2 years ago•4 min saved

US AC-130 Obliterates Rocket-Attacking Truck in Iraq

An AC-130 gunship destroyed a truck in Western Iraq after witnessing Iranian-backed militia fighters use it to launch a ballistic missile attack on US troops, injuring eight Americans. The AC-130 crew was able to identify the launch point and respond with a self-defense strike, resulting in enemy casualties. The injured US forces are described as having non-serious injuries. This marks the first time since October 17 that US troops in Iraq or Syria have been attacked by a ballistic missile. The Pentagon has not ruled out preemptive strikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq.

via Task & Purpose|

#ac-130 #ballistic-missile #iran