Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have claimed responsibility for a coordinated attack on US bases in Erbil.
The Guards said missiles and drones were used during the reported operation. The statement was carried by Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency.
According to the statement, the attack caused damage to several facilities. These reportedly included a maintenance centre and multiple warehouses.
The Guards also claimed that the attack damaged the guidance system of a US surveillance aerostat. The system is used for aerial monitoring and surveillance.
The reported strike adds to growing security concerns around Erbil. The city is located in Iraq’s northern Kurdistan region.
Explosive Drones Intercepted Near Erbil
Iraqi Kurdish counterterrorism forces also reported drone activity over Erbil province. They said coalition forces intercepted 10 explosive-laden drones.
The drones were reportedly downed between 1:13am and 3:31am local time on Wednesday. Authorities said the incident did not result in casualties.
An AFP journalist reported hearing explosions close to Erbil’s airport. The airport hosts troops belonging to the US-led coalition.
The reports come amid increased military tensions across the Middle East. The Kurdistan region has faced repeated attacks during the ongoing conflict.
The area hosts forces from the US-led coalition against jihadist groups. Iran and Iran-backed Iraqi armed groups have previously been blamed for attacks there.
Erbil Remains a Frequent Target
Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan region, has faced several drone attacks in recent years. Some incidents have targeted areas near coalition military positions.
The city also hosts a major US consulate complex. This has made the area strategically important amid regional tensions.
The latest claims involving US bases could further increase security concerns. However, details about the reported damage remain based on statements from the parties involved.
The Kurdistan region also has a significant Iranian Kurdish opposition presence. Exiled Iranian Kurdish groups operate from areas within the region.
Iran has previously targeted Iranian Kurdish rebels with missile and drone strikes. Tehran considers several of these groups security threats.
Rising Regional Security Concerns
The reported attack highlights the risks facing foreign forces in northern Iraq. Coalition personnel remain deployed in the Kurdistan region as part of counterterrorism efforts.
The interception of the drones prevented casualties, according to Kurdish security officials. Authorities have continued monitoring the airspace around Erbil.
The latest incident also shows how regional conflicts can affect northern Iraq. Military sites and other strategic facilities remain potential targets.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have previously claimed attacks against US-linked positions. The latest statement places US bases in Erbil among the reported targets.
Further details about the incident may emerge as authorities assess the damage. Officials are also expected to continue reviewing security measures around coalition facilities.
The situation remains fluid as tensions continue across the region. Any further attacks could increase pressure on US and coalition forces in Iraq.
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