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America's revenge strikes kill 18 people in Iraq, Syria

US launches strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria, retaliating for the killing of American soldiers. Watch the video to know more.

Iraq and Syria warn of dangerous consequences following US strikes

America has launched retaliatory airstrikes against Iran-linked militia in Iraq and Syria. At least 18 fighters have been killed after American forces hit over 85 targets with long-range bombers flying in from the U.S. U.S. President Joe Biden has said that America's response will 'continue at times and places of our choosing'.

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Days after three US troops were killed in Jordan allegedly after attack by&nbsp;an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-who-is-kataib-hezbollah-the-iran-backed-group-allegedly-behind-the-jordan-strike-on-us-troops-685166">Iraq-based and Iran-linked proxy militant group</a>, the United States on Saturday (Feb 3) targeted a number of sites in both Iraq and Syria, pushing West Asia's edge of conflict further into the lines of war. At the time of filing this report, 40 militants have been killed in the US strikes.&nbsp;

Across the Atlantic, the Russian representative in the United Nations&nbsp;has called for the UN Security Council meeting over US strikes in Iraq and Syria.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden said that he directed the country's military to strike targets in Syria and Iraq.

Washington ordered attack on&nbsp;"IRGC [Iran Revolutionary Guards Corps] and affiliated militia".

The United States has some 900 troops in Syria and 2,500 in neighbouring Iraq as part of an international coalition against the Islamic State group, a jihadist organisation that once controlled swathes of both countries.

<h2>Scale of American attack in Iraq and Syria</h2>

The US Central Command claimed that its forces hit as many as 85 targets in seven facilities, four in Syria and three in Iraq. The US reportedly used a mix of drones and long-range B1 bombers that flew all the way from the United States in a purported demonstration of the US airpower.&nbsp;

Iraq's Prime Minister's Office confirmed the US attacks in the Iraqi territory and described it as violation of its sovereignty. It also summoned the US envoy in Baghdad.&nbsp;

"In this incident, multiple American aircraft bombed locations in the Akashat and Al-Qa'im regions, including areas where our security forces are stationed, alongside nearby civilian areas," Iraq's Prime Minister's Office said in an official statement.

Akashat is located 518 km west of Baghdad, while Al-Qa'im region is 319 km northwest of the Iraqi capital.

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The American invasion of Iraq with Washington's false proclamation&nbsp;of presence of 'Weapons of Mass Destruction' in the country, has left a lasting effect on Iraqi life and lifelines. The consequent emergence of the Islamic State (Of Iraq and Syria) also resulted in thousands of civilian deaths.&nbsp;

For the current wave of attacks on its territory, Iraq has said that "the American side intentionally engaged in deception and distortion of facts, stating coordination with Iraqi authorities for the perpetration of this aggression".&nbsp;

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The Iraqi government said that civilians were among 16 people killed in the US strikes in Iraq.&nbsp;

<h2>Syria's reaction</h2>

The Syrian military&nbsp;said on Saturday (Feb 2) that the US occupation of Syrian territory "cannot continue" after Washington carried out deadly strikes in retaliation for a drone attack that killed three US soldiers in Jordan.

The overnight strikes killed "a number of civilians and soldiers, wounded others and caused significant damage to public and private property", the Syrian military said in a statement.

"The occupation of parts of Syrian territory by US forces cannot continue," it added, affirming the army's "determination to liberate all Syrian territory from terrorism and occupation".

The United States has not struck inside the Iranian territory, with both Washington and Tehran seemingly keen to avoid all-out war.

<h2>Are regional proxies responding to US attacks?</h2>

The militants of Islamic Resistance in Iraq on Saturday (Feb 2) claimed that they have targeted the al-Harir air base hosting US forces in northern Iraq. But three security sources later told Reuters that no such attack had occurred.

<h2>Iran's reaction</h2>

Tehran on Saturday (Feb 2) condemned US air strikes on Iraq and Syria as a "strategic mistake" by its arch-foe. Iran, however, did not mention that if there were any Iranian casualties in the strikes.

"Last night's attack on Syria and Iraq is an adventurous action and another strategic mistake by the US government, which will have no result other than intensifying tension and instability in the region," Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Nasser Kanani said in a statement.

US strikes overnight in eastern Syria killed 23 pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said&nbsp;in a new toll for the American retaliatory action.

"The toll has risen to 23 dead: 10 pro-Iran fighters in the Deir Ezzor area and 13 in the Mayadeen area," said Rami Abdel Rahman, head of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, adding that nine of the fighters were Syrians while six were Iraqis. There were no reported civilian deaths.

(With inputs from agencies)

Days after three US troops were killed in Jordan allegedly after attack by an Iraq-based and Iran-linked proxy militant group, the United States on Saturday (Feb 3) targeted a number of sites in both Iraq and Syria, pushing West Asia's edge of conflict further into the lines of war.

Days after three US troops were killed in Jordan allegedly after attack by an Iraq-based and Iran-linked proxy militant group, the United States on Saturday (Feb 3) targeted a number of sites in both Iraq and Syria, pushing West Asia's edge of conflict further into the lines of war. At the time of filing this report, 40 militants have been killed in the US strikes. Across the Atlantic, the Russian representative in the United Nations has called for the UN Security Council meeting over US strikes in Iraq and Syria. Also read | Explained | Who is Kataib Hezbollah, the Iran-backed group allegedly behind strike on US troops in Jordan? US President Joe Biden said that he directed the country's military to strike targets in Syria and Iraq. Washington ordered attack on "IRGC [Iran Revolutionary Guards Corps] and affiliated militia". The United States has some 900 troops in Syria and 2,500 in neighbouring Iraq as part of an international coalition against the Islamic State group, a jihadist organisation that once controlled swathes of both countries. Scale of American attack in Iraq and Syria The US Central Command claimed that its forces hit as many as 85 targets in seven facilities, four in Syria and three in Iraq. The US reportedly used a mix of drones and long-range B1 bombers that flew all the way from the United States in a purported demonstration of the US airpower. Iraq's Prime Minister's Office confirmed the US attacks in the Iraqi territory and described it as violation of its sovereignty. It also summoned the US envoy in Baghdad. "In this incident, multiple American aircraft bombed locations in the Akashat and Al-Qa'im regions, including areas where our security forces are stationed, alongside nearby civilian areas," Iraq's Prime Minister's Office said in an official statement. Akashat is located 518 km west of Baghdad, while Al-Qa'im region is 319 km northwest of the Iraqi capital. The US strikes targeted sites in Iraq's Akashat and Qa'im region | Google Maps The American invasion of Iraq with Washington's false proclamation of presence of 'Weapons of Mass Destruction' in the country, has left a lasting effect on Iraqi life and lifelines. The consequent emergence of the Islamic State (Of Iraq and Syria) also resulted in thousands of civilian deaths. For the current wave of attacks on its territory, Iraq has said that "the American side intentionally engaged in deception and distortion of facts, stating coordination with Iraqi authorities for the perpetration of this aggression". The American administration has carried out a new act of aggression against Iraq's sovereignty. In this incident, multiple American aircraft bombed locations in the Akashat and Al-Qa'im regions, including areas where our security forces are stationed, alongside nearby civilian… — المكتب الإعلامي لرئيس الوزراء 🇮🇶 (@IraqiPMO) February 3, 2024 × The Iraqi government said that civilians were among 16 people killed in the US strikes in Iraq. Syria's reaction The Syrian military said on Saturday (Feb 2) that the US occupation of Syrian territory "cannot continue" after Washington carried out deadly strikes in retaliation for a drone attack that killed three US soldiers in Jordan. The overnight strikes killed "a number of civilians and soldiers, wounded others and caused significant damage to public and private property", the Syrian military said in a statement. "The occupation of parts of Syrian territory by US forces cannot continue," it added, affirming the army's "determination to liberate all Syrian territory from terrorism and occupation". The United States has not struck inside the Iranian territory, with both Washington and Tehran seemingly keen to avoid all-out war. Are regional proxies responding to US attacks? The militants of Islamic Resistance in Iraq on Saturday (Feb 2) claimed that they have targeted the al-Harir air base hosting US forces in northern Iraq. But three security sources later told Reuters that no such attack had occurred. Iran's reaction Tehran on Saturday (Feb 2) condemned US air strikes on Iraq and Syria as a "strategic mistake" by its arch-foe. Iran, however, did not mention that if there were any Iranian casualties in the strikes. "Last night's attack on Syria and Iraq is an adventurous action and another strategic mistake by the US government, which will have no result other than intensifying tension and instability in the region," Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Nasser Kanani said in a statement. US strikes overnight in eastern Syria killed 23 pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said in a new toll for the American retaliatory action. "The toll has risen to 23 dead: 10 pro-Iran fighters in the Deir Ezzor area and 13 in the Mayadeen area," said Rami Abdel Rahman, head of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, adding that nine of the fighters were Syrians while six were Iraqis. There were no reported civilian deaths. (With inputs from agencies)

Middle East crisis deepens as nearly 40 killed in US strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Syria

Iraq said Saturday it will call in the US charge d'affaires in Baghdad to deliver an official protest against overnight US air strikes that targeted Iran-backed groups in Iraq.

Iraq says to summon US envoy over overnight strikes

The United States launched airstrikes in Iraq and Syria against more than 85 targets linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) and militias it backs, reportedly killing nearly 40 people, in retaliation for a deadly attack on U.S. troops.

US launches strikes in Iraq and Syria, nearly 40 reported killed

US launches strikes in Iraq, Syria, nearly 40 killed: Report

After US strikes&nbsp;hit Iran-based targets in Iraq and Syria, Baghdad on&nbsp;Saturday (Feb 3) raised strong objection&nbsp;over the retaliatory measures targeting armed groups on its soil.&nbsp;Iraq has characterised the action taken by the US, following the killing of three of its soldiers in a drone strike in Jordan, as a "violation of its sovereignty."

A spokesperson for Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani General Yehia Rasool said that the actions taken by Washington will have "disastrous consequences for the security and stability of Iraq and the region," AFP news agency reported.&nbsp;

On the other hand, the United States asserted that it had informed the Iraqi government before conducting the Friday (Feb 2) strikes. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby stated, "We did inform the Iraqi government" in advance.

Moreover addressing concerns of a wider spillover of the situation in the Middle East after the strikes that took out dozens of pro-Iran fighters, the White House clarified that the United States is not seeking war with Iran. Kirby reiterated, "We're not looking for a war with Iran."

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Islamic Resistance in Iraq militants targetted al-Harir air base in northern Iraq. The base hosts US forces.

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This comes as the US military launched airstrikes in western Iraq and Syria in retaliation of&nbsp;a drone attack that resulted in the deaths of three American soldiers in Jordan. In comments after the US carried out the strikes, President Joe Biden said that the response has begun and would continue at "times and places" determined by the United States.

"The United States does not seek conflict in the Middle East or anywhere else in the world. But let all those who might seek to do us harm know this: If you harm an American, we will respond," Biden added.&nbsp;

Notably, the airstrikes targeted Iran-linked groups, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, and involved hitting more than 85 targets with over 125 precision munitions.

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The US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the targets included command and control centres, storage facilities for rockets, missiles, and drones, and intelligence facilities used against US and allies in the region.

It is worth noting that Iraq had previously asked for the departure of international troops following a US strike in Baghdad.

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According to Kirby, the US Defence Department is currently assessing the damage caused by the strikes.&nbsp;

<h2>Dignified transfer of three soldiers&nbsp;</h2>

US President Joe Biden attended a military ceremony for the dignified transfer of the three deceased soldiers who were killed at a remote base in Jordan.&nbsp;Tensions in the region have escalated, with more than 165 attacks on US and coalition troops in Iraq, Syria, and Jordan since mid-October.

(With inputs from agencies)

After US strikes hit Iran-based targets in Iraq and Syria, Baghdad on Saturday (Feb 3) raised strong objection over the retaliatory measures targeting armed groups on its soil.

After US strikes hit Iran-based targets in Iraq and Syria, Baghdad on Saturday (Feb 3) raised strong objection over the retaliatory measures targeting armed groups on its soil. Iraq has characterised the action taken by the US, following the killing of three of its soldiers in a drone strike in Jordan, as a "violation of its sovereignty." A spokesperson for Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani General Yehia Rasool said that the actions taken by Washington will have "disastrous consequences for the security and stability of Iraq and the region," AFP news agency reported. On the other hand, the United States asserted that it had informed the Iraqi government before conducting the Friday (Feb 2) strikes. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby stated, "We did inform the Iraqi government" in advance. Moreover addressing concerns of a wider spillover of the situation in the Middle East after the strikes that took out dozens of pro-Iran fighters, the White House clarified that the United States is not seeking war with Iran. Kirby reiterated, "We're not looking for a war with Iran." Meanwhile, Islamic Resistance in Iraq militants targetted al-Harir air base in northern Iraq. The base hosts US forces. Also Read | Red Sea: Indian Navy bolsters presence with deployments off Djibouti, Gulf of Aden, and East Coast of Somalia This comes as the US military launched airstrikes in western Iraq and Syria in retaliation of a drone attack that resulted in the deaths of three American soldiers in Jordan. In comments after the US carried out the strikes, President Joe Biden said that the response has begun and would continue at "times and places" determined by the United States. "The United States does not seek conflict in the Middle East or anywhere else in the world. But let all those who might seek to do us harm know this: If you harm an American, we will respond," Biden added. Notably, the airstrikes targeted Iran-linked groups, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, and involved hitting more than 85 targets with over 125 precision munitions. Also Read | US carries out retaliatory strikes in Iraq and Syria against Iran-linked targets The US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the targets included command and control centres, storage facilities for rockets, missiles, and drones, and intelligence facilities used against US and allies in the region. It is worth noting that Iraq had previously asked for the departure of international troops following a US strike in Baghdad. Watch | Indian Navy rescues another Iranian-flagged vessel off the east coast of Somalia | Red Sea Crisis × According to Kirby, the US Defence Department is currently assessing the damage caused by the strikes. Dignified transfer of three soldiers US President Joe Biden attended a military ceremony for the dignified transfer of the three deceased soldiers who were killed at a remote base in Jordan. Tensions in the region have escalated, with more than 165 attacks on US and coalition troops in Iraq, Syria, and Jordan since mid-October. (With inputs from agencies)

Iraq says US airstrikes a breach of 'sovereignty', warns of 'drastic consequences'

The US launched an air assault on several sites in Iraq and Syria used by Iran-backed militias. The attacks come in retaliation to the Drone strike that killed three US service members in Jordan.

US strikes Syria & Iraq, Baghdad says 'Conflict Could Escalate'

US strikes Iran-backed targets in Iraq and Syria

Washington has said that the recent drone attack on a US base in Jordan was carried out by the Islamic resistance in Iraq. The umbrella group is a coalition of Iran-backed militia including militant group Hezbollah.

US: Attack planned & facilitated by Islamic resistance in Iraq

A United States official on Monday (Jan 29) said that the reason why the US failed to dodge the drone strike that hit an American military outpost in Jordan, killing three troops, was because the military drone reached the target at the same time when a US drone was also returning to the base, as per the Wall Street Journal reports.

The return of the drone launched by the United States led to confusion amongst officials over whether the drone that was coming was that of a foe or its own.

The US claimed that the drone, which claimed the lives of three troops, was launched by Iran-backed militant groups.

However, the United States has yet to find evidence if Iran directed the strike, said the US official.

<h2>US seeking 'consequential' response to attack, says White House&nbsp;</h2>

A White House spokesman on Monday (Jan 29) said that the US was seeking a "very consequential" response to the drone attack.

President Joe Biden "will respond" to the Sunday attack "in a very consequential way. But we don't seek a war with Iran. We're not looking for a wider conflict in the Middle East," National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said in an interview with CNN.

After the drone strike hit the American outpost in Jordan, Biden released a statement vowing to hold the perpetrators to account.

"While we are still gathering the facts of this attack, we know it was carried out by radical Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq," Biden said in a statement on the attack.

"We will carry on their commitment to fight terrorism. And have no doubt -- we will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner of our choosing," he added.

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The US president then called the three fallen service members “patriots,” praising their bravery and offering his grief, calling it a “despicable and wholly unjust attack.”&nbsp;

“Together, we will keep the sacred obligation we bear to their families. We will strive to be worthy of their honour and valour. We will carry on their commitment to fight terrorism,” the president said.

The US Central Command said that dozens were injured from the attack near the Syrian border further adding that the identities of the ones killed will be withheld pending notification of their families. &nbsp;

<h2>Deadly attack on US troops occurred in Syria, claims Jordan</h2>

Meanwhile, Jordan released a statement saying that the strike took place at an army base in Syria near the border and not in its territory as was reported by the United States earlier.

Government spokesman Muhannad Mubaidin said the "attack that targeted the American forces did not happen in Jordan... It targeted Al-Tanf base in Syria", where US forces are deployed as part of an international anti-jihadist coalition.

<h2>Hamas spokesman says drone strike 'a warning to American admin'</h2>

Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri released a statement saying that the killing of the soldiers "is a message to the American administration that unless the killing of innocent people in Gaza stops, it may be faced with the entire (Muslim) nation."

"The continuation of the American-Zionist aggression on Gaza risks a regional explosion," Abu Zuhri said in a statement.

This is the first time that American troops have been killed in the Middle East since the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas broke out.

The attack is being seen as a significant escalation of the already precarious situation in the Middle East. There have been more than 150 attacks on US and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria, but most were unsuccessful as they did not cause serious injury or damage to infrastructure. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A United States official on Monday (Jan 29) said that the reason why the US failed to dodge the drone strike that hit an American military outpost in Jordan, killing three troops, was because the military drone reached the target at the same time when a US drone was also returning to the base, as per the Wall Street Journal reports.

A United States official on Monday (Jan 29) said that the reason why the US failed to dodge the drone strike that hit an American military outpost in Jordan, killing three troops, was because the military drone reached the target at the same time when a US drone was also returning to the base, as per the Wall Street Journal reports. The return of the drone launched by the United States led to confusion amongst officials over whether the drone that was coming was that of a foe or its own. The US claimed that the drone, which claimed the lives of three troops, was launched by Iran-backed militant groups. However, the United States has yet to find evidence if Iran directed the strike, said the US official. US seeking 'consequential' response to attack, says White House A White House spokesman on Monday (Jan 29) said that the US was seeking a "very consequential" response to the drone attack. President Joe Biden "will respond" to the Sunday attack "in a very consequential way. But we don't seek a war with Iran. We're not looking for a wider conflict in the Middle East," National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said in an interview with CNN. After the drone strike hit the American outpost in Jordan, Biden released a statement vowing to hold the perpetrators to account. "While we are still gathering the facts of this attack, we know it was carried out by radical Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq," Biden said in a statement on the attack. "We will carry on their commitment to fight terrorism. And have no doubt -- we will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner of our choosing," he added. Also read: French farmers block highways amid protests against government, thousands of police deployed The US president then called the three fallen service members “patriots,” praising their bravery and offering his grief, calling it a “despicable and wholly unjust attack.” “Together, we will keep the sacred obligation we bear to their families. We will strive to be worthy of their honour and valour. We will carry on their commitment to fight terrorism,” the president said. The US Central Command said that dozens were injured from the attack near the Syrian border further adding that the identities of the ones killed will be withheld pending notification of their families. Deadly attack on US troops occurred in Syria, claims Jordan Meanwhile, Jordan released a statement saying that the strike took place at an army base in Syria near the border and not in its territory as was reported by the United States earlier. Government spokesman Muhannad Mubaidin said the "attack that targeted the American forces did not happen in Jordan... It targeted Al-Tanf base in Syria", where US forces are deployed as part of an international anti-jihadist coalition. Hamas spokesman says drone strike 'a warning to American admin' Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri released a statement saying that the killing of the soldiers "is a message to the American administration that unless the killing of innocent people in Gaza stops, it may be faced with the entire (Muslim) nation." "The continuation of the American-Zionist aggression on Gaza risks a regional explosion," Abu Zuhri said in a statement. This is the first time that American troops have been killed in the Middle East since the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas broke out. The attack is being seen as a significant escalation of the already precarious situation in the Middle East. There have been more than 150 attacks on US and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria, but most were unsuccessful as they did not cause serious injury or damage to infrastructure. (With inputs from agencies)

Did US fail to avert Jordan attack due to drone-related confusion?

Iran on Monday (Jan 29) executed four people it said had links with its arch-nemesis Israel, according to Tehran's state media. The men were linked to an Israeli intelligence operation and had been convicted in the case with the Supreme Court rejecting their last appeal.&nbsp;

The executed men, identified as Mohammad Faramarzi, Mohsen Mazloum, Wafa Azarbar and Pejman Fatehi were accused of illegally entering the Iranian territory from Iraq's Kurdistan region. They planned on carrying out a&nbsp;bombing operation in an Isfahan-based factory producing equipment for Iran's Ministry of Defence, according to reports.

"The death sentence of four members of a group affiliated with the Zionist spy organisation, who were arrested... for plotting a bombing operation in (the central province of) Isfahan, was carried out this morning," the judiciary’s website Mizan Online reported.

Tehran claimed the men had been recruited by Mossad, the&nbsp;Israeli intelligence agency, about a year and a half prior to the operation. The said operation was meant to take place in the summer of 2022 but was averted by Iranian intelligence, according to the reports.&nbsp;

Notably, last month, Iran similarly claimed it had executed another Mossad spy,&nbsp;charged with involvement in releasing classified information. The alleged Mossad operative was executed in a prison in Zahedan, the capital of the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.

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<h2>Iran vs Israel</h2>

Iran and Israel are perennial foes.&nbsp;For years, the two&nbsp;countries have accused each other of spying and waging a shadow war.&nbsp;

They are currently locked in a fight over Iran's nuclear programme. Israel views Iran as its greatest threat and has repeatedly threatened to take military action to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.&nbsp;

Additionally, the Iran-backed Hezbollah terror group, operating from Lebanon has been routinely attacking Israel after the events of October 7, leading to further escalation in tension between the two countries.&nbsp;

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Since Tel Aviv started retaliating against Hamas over the terrorist attack last year, Hezbollah has attempted to engage Israel as well as its allies in confrontation.&nbsp;

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Iran on Monday (Jan 29) executed four people it said had links with its arch-nemesis Israel, according to Tehran's state media. The men were linked to an Israeli intelligence operation and had been convicted in the case with the Supreme Court rejecting their last appeal.

Iran on Monday (Jan 29) executed four people it said had links with its arch-nemesis Israel, according to Tehran's state media. The men were linked to an Israeli intelligence operation and had been convicted in the case with the Supreme Court rejecting their last appeal. The executed men, identified as Mohammad Faramarzi, Mohsen Mazloum, Wafa Azarbar and Pejman Fatehi were accused of illegally entering the Iranian territory from Iraq's Kurdistan region. They planned on carrying out a bombing operation in an Isfahan-based factory producing equipment for Iran's Ministry of Defence, according to reports. "The death sentence of four members of a group affiliated with the Zionist spy organisation, who were arrested... for plotting a bombing operation in (the central province of) Isfahan, was carried out this morning," the judiciary’s website Mizan Online reported. Tehran claimed the men had been recruited by Mossad, the Israeli intelligence agency, about a year and a half prior to the operation. The said operation was meant to take place in the summer of 2022 but was averted by Iranian intelligence, according to the reports. Notably, last month, Iran similarly claimed it had executed another Mossad spy, charged with involvement in releasing classified information. The alleged Mossad operative was executed in a prison in Zahedan, the capital of the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan. Watch | US counterstrike on Iran-backed forces, former retaliates after 3 troops hurt Iran vs Israel Iran and Israel are perennial foes. For years, the two countries have accused each other of spying and waging a shadow war. They are currently locked in a fight over Iran's nuclear programme. Israel views Iran as its greatest threat and has repeatedly threatened to take military action to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Additionally, the Iran-backed Hezbollah terror group, operating from Lebanon has been routinely attacking Israel after the events of October 7, leading to further escalation in tension between the two countries. Also read | Iran-backed Islamist terror outfits strike US base in Syria again Since Tel Aviv started retaliating against Hamas over the terrorist attack last year, Hezbollah has attempted to engage Israel as well as its allies in confrontation. (More to follow)

Iran executes four men alleging they were Israeli spies

The United States and Iraq held the first round of talks focused on the future of American and foreign troops in the country. The country's prime minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani hosted the initial round of talks. The troops are stationed to help Iraq fight against ISIS terrorists. Watch to know more!

US, Iraq begin talks to end coalition mission's presence

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US, Iraq begin talks to end coalition mission's presence | Iraq seeks quick exit of US Forces

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US, Iraq agree to begin talks on future of American military presence in Iraq

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The US and Iraq will soon begin discussions regarding the future of American military presence in the country. The US currently has about 2,500 troops in Iraq for the Defeat ISIS mission.

US, Iraq initiate talks on end of US-led military coalition

US-Iraq to talk on American military presence amid calls for withdrawal

The United States targeted sites used by Iran-backed militants in Iraq on Tuesday (Jan 23), said the Pentagon. Two people were killed and two wounded in the bombardments, said Iraqi officials.&nbsp;

The US strikes come days after a number of American military personnel were injured after a ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants hit Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq.

<h2>US strikes in Iraq&nbsp;</h2>

The latest strikes targeted three facilities used by Iranian-backed Kataib Hezbollah and other Tehran-affiliated groups in Iraq, said the US officials.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;US strikes three facilities in Iraq linked to Iran-backed militia for attacks on US forces

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The strikes “are in direct response to a series of escalatory attacks against US and coalition personnel in Iraq and Syria” by Iranian-backed militia groups, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement.&nbsp;

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) also released a statement saying that their forces “conducted unilateral airstrikes” targeting “KH headquarters, storage, and training locations for rocket, missile, and one-way attack UAV capabilities.”

The strikes, according to US defence officials, were carried out at two sites in western Iraq, Al-Qa’im near the Syrian border and Jurf al-Sakhar south of Baghdad.

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<h2>Iraqi official criticises US strikes</h2>

AFP report citing Iraqi sources said that the US strikes targeted Ketaib Hezbollah, a militant faction affiliated with the former Hashed al-Shaabi paramilitaries.&nbsp;

Two people were killed and two wounded in the bombardments in the al-Qaim sector, said the Iraqi interior ministry and former member of the Hashed al-Shaabi, whose fighters have been integrated into the regular army.

However, a Reuters report citing a medical source and a militant source said four people were wounded.

A senior&nbsp;Iraqi official later took to X and criticised Washington's move saying that these strikes "do not help bring calm" and called them a "flagrant violation of Iraq's sovereignty".&nbsp;

<h2>Biden under pressure</h2>

According to the Pentagon, US and allied forces in Iraq and Syria have been targeted in more than 150 attacks since mid-October.&nbsp;

The spike in attacks against American forces in the region and Washington’s response to them also comes amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza.&nbsp;

Therefore, US President Joe Biden has reportedly come under pressure to militarily respond to attacks on US forces despite political sensitivities in Baghdad. In his criticism of US' strikes in Iraq, the senior official also asked Washington to pressure Israel to stop its offensive in Gaza.&nbsp;

"The US side should pile on pressure for a halt to the (Israeli) offensive in Gaza rather than targeting and bombing the bases of an Iraqi national body," National Security Adviser Qassem al-Aaraji said in a post on X.

The CENTCOM said the Al Asad airbase which also hosts American troops came under attack by Iran-backed militia with ballistic missiles and rockets on Saturday (Jan 20) evening.&nbsp;

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The attack resulted in minor injuries, but it was not immediately clear how many military personnel were wounded. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an Iran-backed militia group, claimed responsibility for Saturday’s attack on the base.&nbsp;

“The President and I will not hesitate to take necessary action to defend them and our interests. We do not seek to escalate conflict in the region,” said Austin.&nbsp;

He added, “We are fully prepared to take further measures to protect our people and our facilities. We call on these groups and their Iranian sponsors to immediately cease these attacks.”

The US has 900 troops in Syria and 2,500 in Iraq, advising and assisting local forces to prevent a resurgence of Islamic State.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The United States targeted sites used by Iran-backed militants in Iraq on Tuesday (Jan 23), said the Pentagon. Two people were killed and two wounded in the bombardments, said Iraqi officials.

The United States targeted sites used by Iran-backed militants in Iraq on Tuesday (Jan 23), said the Pentagon. Two people were killed and two wounded in the bombardments, said Iraqi officials. The US strikes come days after a number of American military personnel were injured after a ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants hit Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq. US strikes in Iraq The latest strikes targeted three facilities used by Iranian-backed Kataib Hezbollah and other Tehran-affiliated groups in Iraq, said the US officials. WATCH | US strikes three facilities in Iraq linked to Iran-backed militia for attacks on US forces The strikes “are in direct response to a series of escalatory attacks against US and coalition personnel in Iraq and Syria” by Iranian-backed militia groups, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) also released a statement saying that their forces “conducted unilateral airstrikes” targeting “KH headquarters, storage, and training locations for rocket, missile, and one-way attack UAV capabilities.” The strikes, according to US defence officials, were carried out at two sites in western Iraq, Al-Qa’im near the Syrian border and Jurf al-Sakhar south of Baghdad. ALSO READ | US and UK conduct fresh series of air strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen Iraqi official criticises US strikes AFP report citing Iraqi sources said that the US strikes targeted Ketaib Hezbollah, a militant faction affiliated with the former Hashed al-Shaabi paramilitaries. Two people were killed and two wounded in the bombardments in the al-Qaim sector, said the Iraqi interior ministry and former member of the Hashed al-Shaabi, whose fighters have been integrated into the regular army. However, a Reuters report citing a medical source and a militant source said four people were wounded. A senior Iraqi official later took to X and criticised Washington's move saying that these strikes "do not help bring calm" and called them a "flagrant violation of Iraq's sovereignty". Biden under pressure According to the Pentagon, US and allied forces in Iraq and Syria have been targeted in more than 150 attacks since mid-October. The spike in attacks against American forces in the region and Washington’s response to them also comes amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. Therefore, US President Joe Biden has reportedly come under pressure to militarily respond to attacks on US forces despite political sensitivities in Baghdad. In his criticism of US' strikes in Iraq, the senior official also asked Washington to pressure Israel to stop its offensive in Gaza. "The US side should pile on pressure for a halt to the (Israeli) offensive in Gaza rather than targeting and bombing the bases of an Iraqi national body," National Security Adviser Qassem al-Aaraji said in a post on X. The CENTCOM said the Al Asad airbase which also hosts American troops came under attack by Iran-backed militia with ballistic missiles and rockets on Saturday (Jan 20) evening. ALSO READ | US military personnel injured after ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants on airbase in Iraq The attack resulted in minor injuries, but it was not immediately clear how many military personnel were wounded. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an Iran-backed militia group, claimed responsibility for Saturday’s attack on the base. “The President and I will not hesitate to take necessary action to defend them and our interests. We do not seek to escalate conflict in the region,” said Austin. He added, “We are fully prepared to take further measures to protect our people and our facilities. We call on these groups and their Iranian sponsors to immediately cease these attacks.” The US has 900 troops in Syria and 2,500 in Iraq, advising and assisting local forces to prevent a resurgence of Islamic State. (With inputs from agencies)

US carries out strikes on Iranian-backed militants in Iraq; two dead

Missiles struck US controlled Al Asad base in Iraq. Missiles struck US controlled Al Asad base in Iraq. Missiles reportedly launched by Iranian proxies from within Iraq. Most missiles intercepted, no major injuries reported from strike. Watch to know more!

US strikes Iranian targets in Iraq

A number of United States military personnel were injured after a ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants hit Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq, on Saturday (Jan 20), said&nbsp;US officials. This comes amid dozens of attacks against the US and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria deployed to fight jihadists of the Islamic State group.

<h2>Several US military personnel, one Iraqi injured</h2>

According to a statement by the US military’s Central Command, the Al Asad airbase which also hosts American troops came under attack by Iran-backed militia with ballistic missiles and rockets on Saturday evening.&nbsp;

While air defence systems intercepted most of the projectiles, “others impacted on the base”, said the statement.

WATCH |&nbsp;US central command confirms Saturday's strike on Houthi targets

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The attack resulted in minor injuries,&nbsp;but it was not immediately clear how many military personnel were wounded.&nbsp;

“A number of U.S. personnel are undergoing evaluation for traumatic brain injuries,” said the CENTCOM, in the statement.&nbsp;

At least one Iraqi service member was wounded in the attack, it added.&nbsp;

The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an Iran-backed militia group, claimed responsibility for Saturday’s attack on the base. The group, according to the US-based Washington Institute for Near East Policy, comprises several Iran-affiliated armed groups operating in Iraq and emerged in late 2023.&nbsp;

<h2>US hits another Houthi anti-ship missile</h2>

The attack also came after the US forces launched a fresh strike on the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels targeting an anti-ship ballistic missile, which according to the US army, was aimed into the Gulf of Aden and prepared to launch.

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“US forces determined the missile presented a threat to merchant vessels and US Navy ships in the region, and subsequently struck and destroyed the missile in self-defense,” said the CENTCOM, in a statement, on X.&nbsp;

US forces in Iraq and Syria operating as part of the coalition to defeat ISIS, have witnessed a number of attacks since October last year, when a war broke out between&nbsp;Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza.

There are fears of the situation&nbsp;escalating further with&nbsp;Houthis entering&nbsp;into the fray by attacking ships in the Red Sea.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-israeli-strike-on-damascus-kills-guards-syria-spy-chief-along-with-4-others-681852">Iran says Israeli strike on Damascus killed Guards’ Syria spy chief along with 4 others</a>

Earlier on Friday (Jan 19), US Central Command forces conducted strikes against three Houthi anti-ship missiles that they said were aimed at the Southern Red Sea.

(With inputs from agencies)

A number of United States military personnel were injured after a ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants hit Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq, on Saturday (Jan 20), said US officials.

A number of United States military personnel were injured after a ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants hit Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq, on Saturday (Jan 20), said US officials. This comes amid dozens of attacks against the US and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria deployed to fight jihadists of the Islamic State group. Several US military personnel, one Iraqi injured According to a statement by the US military’s Central Command, the Al Asad airbase which also hosts American troops came under attack by Iran-backed militia with ballistic missiles and rockets on Saturday evening. While air defence systems intercepted most of the projectiles, “others impacted on the base”, said the statement. WATCH | US central command confirms Saturday's strike on Houthi targets The attack resulted in minor injuries, but it was not immediately clear how many military personnel were wounded. “A number of U.S. personnel are undergoing evaluation for traumatic brain injuries,” said the CENTCOM, in the statement. At least one Iraqi service member was wounded in the attack, it added. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an Iran-backed militia group, claimed responsibility for Saturday’s attack on the base. The group, according to the US-based Washington Institute for Near East Policy, comprises several Iran-affiliated armed groups operating in Iraq and emerged in late 2023. US hits another Houthi anti-ship missile The attack also came after the US forces launched a fresh strike on the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels targeting an anti-ship ballistic missile, which according to the US army, was aimed into the Gulf of Aden and prepared to launch. ALSO READ | US hits another Houthi anti-ship missile aimed into the Gulf of Aden “US forces determined the missile presented a threat to merchant vessels and US Navy ships in the region, and subsequently struck and destroyed the missile in self-defense,” said the CENTCOM, in a statement, on X. US forces in Iraq and Syria operating as part of the coalition to defeat ISIS, have witnessed a number of attacks since October last year, when a war broke out between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. There are fears of the situation escalating further with Houthis entering into the fray by attacking ships in the Red Sea. ALSO READ | Iran says Israeli strike on Damascus killed Guards’ Syria spy chief along with 4 others Earlier on Friday (Jan 19), US Central Command forces conducted strikes against three Houthi anti-ship missiles that they said were aimed at the Southern Red Sea. (With inputs from agencies)

US military personnel injured after ballistic missile attack by Iran-backed militants on airbase in Iraq

Iran-backed militants launched ballistic missiles at a base hosting US forces in western Iraq. Since mid-October, there have been dozens of attacks on US and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria, deployed there to fight jihadists of the Islamic State group.

Missiles struck US controlled Al Asad base in Iraq

US controlled Iraqi base struck by missiles

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