An American embassy was struck by a missile attack, causing visible smoke to rise from the premises. The US embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, was targeted, damaging part of the building’s air defense system, according to reports. The missile hit a helipad within the embassy compound, as confirmed by two security officials.
The projectile landed inside the Green Zone, the heavily fortified area in central Baghdad that houses Iraqi government institutions and foreign embassies, as noted by the officials. The embassy has issued a Level 4 security alert for Iraq, cautioning about potential attacks by Iran and Iran-aligned groups targeting US citizens, interests, and infrastructure.
The sprawling embassy complex, one of the largest US diplomatic facilities globally, has faced previous rocket and drone attacks from Iran-aligned militias. These groups have intensified assaults on bases hosting US and coalition troops, leading to casualties among international forces.
Simultaneously, the US conducted a significant attack on Iran’s Kharg Island, described by former President Trump as one of the most forceful bombing operations in the region’s history. Iran’s Fars news agency reported multiple explosions on the island, targeting defense facilities, a naval base, the airport control tower, and an offshore oil company’s helicopter hangar, with no damage to oil infrastructure reported.
In a statement on Truth Social, Trump highlighted the military action, emphasizing the potency of US weapons and military capabilities. He asserted that Iran will not possess nuclear weapons or pose a threat to the US or global security, calling on Iran’s military and associated entities to disarm and prevent further conflict.
The situation underscores escalating tensions and military actions in the region, with both sides engaging in strategic moves amid heightened security concerns and geopolitical dynamics.
