New Iran rocket attacks won’t force US hand in troop drawdown, CENTCOM commander says
Recent attacks are an increase after a slight lull since March, officials reported.
By Todd South
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Iraqi army says 2 rockets hit base near Baghdad, no losses
Two rockets hit an Iraqi base frequented by U.S. troops north of Baghdad late Saturday without causing any casualties, Iraq’s military said, the third such attack this month and just days after Washington and Baghdad launched strategic talks.
Tensions with Iran and its proxies led to accelerated transfer of bases housing coalition troops to Iraqi forces
"This base transfer occurred amid force protection concerns sparked by escalating tensions between the United States and Iran and its proxy militias, which CJTF-OIR said led to an acceleration of the long-term transfer plan."
By Shawn Snow
Pandemic prevention isn’t the only reason 82nd paratroopers are still in the Mideast
"We are monitoring — almost daily, actually — to determine exactly when to bring them home," said the chairman of the Joint Chiefs.
By Kyle Rempfer
US hands over another air base to Iraqi forces
“These pre-planned base transfers are not related to recent attacks against Iraqi bases hosting Coalition troops, or the ongoing COVID-19 situation in Iraq."
By Shawn Snow
Trump warns Iran will pay a ‘very heavy price’ if its forces or proxies attack US troops
“Upon information and belief, Iran or its proxies are planning a sneak attack on U.S. troops and/or assets in Iraq. If this happens, Iran will pay a very heavy price, indeed!,” Trump tweeted Wednesday.
By Shawn Snow