In a dramatic turn of events, the U.S. military has launched its first airstrike in Iraq in months as tensions in the region continue to escalate. According to reports from The Washington Post, Reuters, ABC News, The Jerusalem Post, and The Times of Israel, the strike was carried out in response to new threats from Iran-backed militias.
This defensive airstrike, which targeted an Iraqi base, was authorized by U.S. officials who claimed it was an act of self-defense. The move comes as tensions between the U.S. and Iran-backed militias in Iraq reach a boiling point.
With regional tensions worsening, the situation in Iraq remains tense and unpredictable. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
