US Embassy Compound in Baghdad Attacked
US Embassy Compound in Baghdad Attacked
US Embassy Compound in Baghdad Attacked
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The U.S. Diplomatic Services Compound in Baghdad was attacked late on Tuesday, with no casualties reported according to an embassy spokesperson. The facility, located near Baghdad International Airport, is undergoing damage assessment and investigation into the incident's cause. While the specifics of the attack remain unclear, reports suggest that it targeted the logistics center of the U.S. embassy, and there are unconfirmed reports of another explosion near the Iraqi Counter Terrorism Service headquarters in the same area. The nature of the attack, whether involving rockets or mortars, has not yet been determined. This incident raises concerns about the security measures surrounding U.S. diplomatic missions in Iraq, especially in light of the recent agreement to withdraw U.S. troops from the region by 2026. Further updates are expected as investigations continue.

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