Drone strikes diplomatic facility in Baghdad

A drone strike targeted a U.S. diplomatic support center in Iraq, reportedly in retaliation by pro-Iran militias amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict involving Iran. Six drones were launched, with one hitting the facility near Baghdad airport, while five were intercepted. An internal alert indicated that personnel were instructed to take cover, but there were no immediate reports of injuries. The attack is believed to have been carried out by the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an Iran-supported group.

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