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US Embassy in Baghdad Hit by Drone and Rocket Attack
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A coordinated attack involving a rocket launch and multiple drone strikes targeted the United States embassy compound near Baghdaḍ's Green Zone this morning as explosions erupted across Iraq. Witnesses reported seeing numerous drones flying over Baghdad alongside debris from an explosion that struck close to American diplomatic facilities, prompting immediate evacuations of US personnel in nearby areas like Al-Rashid district and Basra city center.
Key Points
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1The US Embassy in Baghdad was attacked today with drones and rockets, causing explosions at the compound.
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2Multiple news sources confirm that missiles were launched specifically against American diplomatic facilities this morning.
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3Reports indicate significant destruction occurred as debris from multiple vehicles flew into the sky during the assault.
Developments
[Mar 17, 08:12]
Explosions and fire observed at US Embassy; video footage shows objects flying through the air (Net.hr)
[Mar 17, 05:49 - Mar 17, 06:38] [Approximate]
(Based on source timestamps) Attack confirmed with drones and rockets targeting US Embassy in Baghdad (Politika.rs)
Raketi I Najmalku Pet Bespilotni Letala Deneska Bile Lansirani Vrz Amerikanskata Ambasada Vo Bagdad
Novamakedonija.com.mk
4h ago