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Drone strike hits US diplomatic facility in Iraq
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A drone strike hit a US diplomatic facility in Iraq. Details on casualties and extent of damage not yet confirmed. Represents continued targeting of US diplomatic and military presence in Iraq by Iran-aligned forces.
A drone strike targeted a US diplomatic facility in Iraq overnight into Day 13 of the conflict. The attack is part of the ongoing pattern of Iran-aligned militia strikes against US military and diplomatic positions in Iraq, which have included earlier attacks on Erbil's US air base and other coalition facilities. Full details on casualties and damage were not immediately available.
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Iran-aligned militia forces launched drone attack on US diplomatic facility in Iraq.
US confirmed drone strike hit diplomatic facility in Iraq. Assessing damage and potential retaliation.