Originally published at: IRAN ATTACKS: Missiles Fired at American Troops, Bases in Iraq; Iran Claims Responsibility | Sean Hannity
Multiple missiles reigned-down on American targets in Iraq including US Troops and military bases, a senior US military source tells Fox News.
“The source told Fox News’ Jennifer Griffin: ‘Under missile attack from Iran. These are either cruise missiles or short-range ballistic missiles. All over the country.’ The missiles struck near Al Assad Air Base in Anbar among other locations; the air base houses U.S. troops,” reports Fox News.
“We are aware of the reports of attacks on U.S. facilities in Iraq. The president has been briefed and is monitoring the situation closely and consulting with his national security team,” said US Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham.
"More than a dozen" ballistic missiles have been fired from Iran at two U.S. military bases in Iraq, the Pentagon says. Follow our ongoing coverage. https://t.co/sY24kZufXn
— The Associated Press (@AP) January 8, 2020
Iran has attacked a US military base in Iraq in the aftermath of the assassination of General Soleimani https://t.co/oVFe6KjmEX
— BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) January 8, 2020
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
