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politics1 year ago

"Deadly Drone Attack on U.S. Troops Sparks Calls for Action Against Iran"

Three American service members were killed and over 30 were injured in a drone attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, with President Biden attributing the attack to "radical Iran-backed militant groups." The strike, which occurred at an outpost near the Syrian border, marks the deadliest attack on U.S. troops since the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran's proxies have escalated, prompting calls for retaliation from congressional Republicans, while the Jordanian government condemned the attack and affirmed its commitment to counterterrorism efforts.

international-relations1 year ago

"US Troops Killed in Drone Attack Near Jordan-Syria Border"

President Joe Biden expressed grief and condemnation following an unmanned aerial drone attack that killed three U.S. service members and wounded others in northeast Jordan near the Syria border. He attributed the attack to radical Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq and vowed to hold those responsible to account. Biden praised the fallen service members for their bravery and unwavering commitment to the nation, pledging to continue the fight against terrorism in their honor.

international-relations2 years ago

Middle East Conflict Escalates: The Unspoken Regional War

The US is currently involved in a regional war in the Middle East, conducting airstrikes in three countries and facing attacks on its forces. The conflict stems from its support for Israel's war against Hamas, igniting a broader proxy war between Israel and Iran-backed militant groups across the region. Despite downplaying the situation, the Biden administration's actions indicate deep involvement in the conflict, particularly with the recent airstrikes targeting Houthi rebels in Yemen.