In the past three months, there have been a total of 142 attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria. The latest attack, which occurred on an air base in Iraq, marks the largest assault in this ongoing conflict. The U.S. Central Command has confirmed that damage assessments are still underway, but most of the missiles were successfully intercepted.
The attack involved ballistic missiles launched from Western Iraq by proxy groups affiliated with Iran. These missiles specifically targeted an air base used by American forces, resulting in injuries to at least two soldiers. Additionally, a $32 million Reaper drone was recently destroyed, marking the second incident of its kind since early November.
Given the severity of the ballistic missile attack, the Biden administration has expressed concern and is closely monitoring the situation. U.S. Central Command reports that the attack employed capabilities that pose a genuine threat to U.S. forces, despite successful interception of a majority of the missiles. Damage assessments are currently ongoing, and several U.S. personnel are being evaluated for potential traumatic brain injuries. An Iraqi service member was also wounded during the attack.
According to U.S. officials, fifteen Patriot interceptors were launched in response to the incoming ballistic missiles, but two missiles managed to evade interception, resulting in injuries to two American soldiers. Senator Tim Scott has called for an immediate end to these attacks, emphasizing the need for the Biden administration to address the threat posed by Iran seriously and promptly.
In Yemen, U.S. forces have taken action against Iran's rebel army by launching airstrikes from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, utilizing super hornets. These strikes aim to neutralize Iran's rebel army and disrupt their activities.
Meanwhile, in Delaware, President Biden chose not to address reporters' inquiries regarding the Middle East conflict during his breakfast outing in Rehoboth Beach. The administration's approach to the situation remains to be seen.
