Rocket Hits US Embassy in Baghdad Destroying Satellite Communications System
On March 14, a rocket launched by an unidentified drone struck the US Embassy compound in Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone. The attack directly destroyed a satellite communications system, which is vital for secure data exchanges and communications among diplomatic staff and employees. Despite the presence of the US C-RAM air defense system, the drone was not intercepted, allowing the strike to succeed. The helicopter landing pad inside the embassy was also hit, signaling the audacity and precision of the attack. The incident underscores increased risks to US diplomatic personnel and infrastructure in Iraq, a region experiencing heightened military tensions.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Mar 2026 11:36
