Iranian Ballistic Missile Attack Targets Erbil, Iraq
Iran's Retaliatory Strike Raises Regional Tensions
March 13, 2023
Erbil, Iraq - An Iranian ballistic missile attack struck a home in Erbil, the capital of the autonomous Kurdistan region of Iraq, on Sunday morning.
The attack caused significant damage to the building and killed at least eight people, according to local officials. Erbil International Airport was also damaged in the strike, forcing the suspension of all flights.
Iran has claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was a retaliation for last week's airstrikes on its positions in Syria, which it blamed on Israel.
The United States has condemned the attack and vowed to hold accountable those responsible. President Biden spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and offered US support for Iraq's security and stability.
The attack has raised tensions in the region and sparked fears of a wider conflict. The United Nations has called for an immediate de-escalation and urged all parties to respect Iraq's sovereignty.
Experts believe that the attack is likely to have a significant impact on regional security and could lead to further retaliatory strikes.
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