Drone attack on Victory Base near Baghdad by Iranian-backed militia marks escalation in US military operations in Iraq
The situation surrounding US military operations in Iraq escalates following a recent drone attack on the Victory Base, located near Baghdad International Airport. The attack was carried out by Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militia, which released drone footage claiming responsibility. This incident marks a significant advancement in the militia's capabilities, described as the first successful use of a first-person view (FPV) drone to bypass US defenses. The drone attack occurred shortly before 06:08 UTC, and the successful strike introduces a worrying dynamic in the ongoing conflict. Drone warfare has become a critical element of military strategy for various non-state actors,... [Continue Reading]
