Israeli rockets hit Iraqi military base hosting U.S. troops
No fewer than 10 Israeli rockets on Wednesday struck Al Assad military airbase, which houses U.S. troops in Iraq’s western Anbar province.
A senior U.S. official confirmed that Iraqi Special Forces were already leading the response and probing the attack.
Col. Wayne Marotto, the spokesman for Operation Inherent Resolve, confirmed the incident on Twitter.
He said, “10 Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) rockets targeted an Iraqi military base, Al Asad Airbase, hosting Coalition troops, on March 03, 2021, at approximately 7:20 am (Iraqi time) (04:20 GMT).
“Iraqi SF (Special Forces) are leading the response and investigation.
“Further information will be released as it becomes available.”
In February, a rocket attack on U.S.-led forces in northern Iraq killed a civilian contractor and injured U.S. personnel.
(ANI/NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Lagos
Lagos moves against illegal estate developers in Epe
Mr Olumide said such investors may also risk losing their property or investment to demolition.
States
Ondo APC Primary: Large turnout, security at voting centres in Okitipupa
Mr Ebisanmi said that APC members were ready for the exercise.
Education
Ambassador underscores need for books promoting Nigeria’s interest
“They are books that every politician should have in his or her library.’’
Lagos
Police nab four men for stealing three tricycles at Lagos firm
Mr Hundeyin said that the company’s secretary reported that on Tuesday at about 7.00 a.m.
Agriculture
Council trains Imo farmers in cashew production for export
“Cashew holds a huge foreign exchange potential for Nigeria.’’
NationWide
Commission proposes joint technical committee to end Kebbi, Niger boundary dispute
“There is equally the need for a physical fieldwork to trace the boundary in accordance with relevant documents.’’
