Several rockets targeted the heavily fortified Green Zone in Baghdad, which houses the U.S. Embassy, around dawn on Friday. The exact impact location of the rockets and the extent of any damage were not immediately clear. Explosions were heard near the embassy, and sirens urging people to take cover were activated. The incident was reported at approximately 4 a.m. local time.
Response and Security Measures
Embassy spokespeople did not provide immediate comments regarding the attack, and it was not confirmed whether the embassy’s air defense systems were activated in response to the rocket fire.
Context of Recent Attacks
U.S. forces stationed at military bases in Iraq and Syria have faced more than 70 attacks since mid-October, attributed to an umbrella organization of Iraqi Shi’ite Muslim armed groups. Notably, diplomatic missions, including the U.S. embassy, had been spared from these attacks until now.
Responsibility for the Attack
As of the report, no group had claimed responsibility for the attack on the U.S. embassy in Baghdad.
Conclusion
The attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region. The incident adds to the series of attacks targeting U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria, underscoring the volatile security environment in the Middle East.
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