A number of US troops were injured after Iran-backed terrorists launched missiles at al-Assad Airbase in Western Iraq.
“At approximately 6:30 p.m. (Baghdad time) time Jan. 20, multiple ballistic missiles and rockets were launched by Iranian-backed militants in Western Iraq targeting al-Assad Airbase. Most of the missiles were intercepted by the base’s air defense systems while others impacted on the base. Damage assessments are ongoing. A number of U.S. personnel are undergoing evaluation for traumatic brain injuries. At least one Iraqi service member was wounded.” – US Central Command said on Saturday.
Iranian-backed Militants Attack Al-Assad Airbase, Iraq
At approximately 6:30 p.m. (Baghdad time) time Jan. 20, multiple ballistic missiles and rockets were launched by Iranian-backed militants in Western Iraq targeting al-Assad Airbase. Most of the missiles were intercepted by… pic.twitter.com/rYaNrRdRtu
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) January 20, 2024
Kirby downplayed the attack on US Troops on Sunday morning during an appearance on ABC News.
“It’s only a very small number of U.S. troops that were affected. They’re being seen for traumatic brain injuries, with some symptoms of concussions…” John Kirby said on ABC.
WATCH:
Top Biden spokesman John Kirby on Iran-backed attacks against U.S. personnel in Iraq:
"It's only a very small number of U.S. troops that were affected. They're being seen for traumatic brain injuries, with some symptoms of concussions…" pic.twitter.com/ddLCH2jhnv
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) January 21, 2024
Over 15 Patriot missiles were fired from al-Assad Airbase to intercept the incoming Iranian missiles.
BREAKING: Over 15 U.S. Patriot surface-to-air missiles fired from al-Asad air base in Iraq to intercept incoming Iranian missiles – source
— Lucas Tomlinson (@LucasFoxNews) January 20, 2024
Joe Biden is currently hiding out at his Rehoboth Beach home with no events on his public schedule.
(Article by Cristina Laila republished from TheGatewayPundit)