At least three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were shot down near Erbil airport in northern Iraq while attempting to target areas housing United States military forces.
According to Reuters, citing official sources, the Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the drones were successfully intercepted and destroyed over the perimeter where US armed forces are stationed. No immediate casualties or significant damage to infrastructure were reported following the attempted strike.
Simultaneously, reports from the Fars News Agency indicated that a broader series of missile and drone attacks had been launched against US military installations across the Middle East. These reports suggested that bases in Doha, Kuwait, Dubai, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi were also identified as potential targets during the escalation of regional tensions.
The Erbil International Airport and the nearby military base have frequently been the focus of such attacks over recent years. These incidents often involve rocket fire or explosive-laden drones, reflecting the volatile security environment in Iraq and the broader region. US President Donald Trump has previously emphasized the commitment of the United States to protecting its personnel and assets in the Middle East while maintaining strategic cooperation with regional partners to counter such threats.
