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Islamic Resistance

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international-relations1 year ago

"Escalating Tensions: Iraqi Resistance Responds to US Airstrikes, Accusations of Violating International Law"

The Islamic Resistance, an Iraqi anti-terror group, has launched missile and drone strikes against American targets in Iraq and Syria in response to US aerial assaults. The US claimed the attacks were in retaliation for a deadly incident against American forces in Jordan and targeted depots containing rockets, missiles, and drones. President Biden stated that the strikes would continue at times and places of the US's choosing, while alleging Iran's involvement, which Iran has denied.

international-relations2 years ago

"Iran-Backed Militants Down US Reaper Drone in Iraq, Prompting US Investigation"

Iraq's Islamic Resistance claims responsibility for shooting down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone that violated the country's airspace from Kuwait, vowing to continue its attacks against the US. The group has intensified its operations against US and Israeli targets in protest of US support for Israel's military campaign in Gaza, which has resulted in thousands of Palestinian casualties.

international-relations2 years ago

Retaliatory Vow: Islamic Resistance Responds to US Airstrike Killing 5 Iraqi Militants

The US conducted a "self-defense strike" in Iraq, killing five militants who were preparing to launch explosives at American forces. The Islamic Resistance, a conglomerate of militia groups with ties to Tehran, has vowed retaliation for the deaths. The US Department of Defense has not yet commented on the incident. The strike took place near Kirkuk, but further details about the attack and its prevention remain unclear. Armed Iraqi militants have claimed responsibility for over 70 attacks against US forces since October 17 in response to US support of Israel's war with Hamas.