What we know about US attack on Iraqi military site

Al Jazeera
March 25, 2026
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A U.S. airstrike on an Iraqi military site in Anbar province killed seven soldiers and wounded 13, adding to tensions over American operations.

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The United States conducted an air strike on an Iraqi military site in Anbar province that killed seven soldiers and wounded 13, according to Iraqi authorities. The attack adds to ongoing tensions over US military operations in Iraq, where American forces have maintained a presence as part of counter-terrorism efforts against ISIS and other militant groups. Such strikes can strain US-Iraq relations and complicate diplomatic efforts, particularly given Iraq's delicate balance between its alliance with the United States and its significant ties to Iran-backed militias. Details about the target, the circumstances that prompted the strike, and any official US response remain unclear from available reporting.

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