The Iraqi National Intelligence Service (INIS) reported that its headquarters in Baghdad was hit by a terrorist attack, resulting in the death of an officer. The attack, carried out by outlawed elements, aimed to hinder the agency’s operations. Despite the incident, the agency remains resolute in pursuing the perpetrators for justice.
A source from the Iraqi Interior Ministry disclosed that an unidentified booby-trapped drone struck the intelligence headquarters, causing the death of an officer and igniting a fire. This attack occurred amidst escalating tensions following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory actions across the Middle East.
Factions associated with the “Iraqi resistance” claimed responsibility for the attack, linking it to alleged shelling of the US Embassy and Victoria Base. However, the claim remains unverified independently. The Iraqi government’s support for the Popular Mobilisation Forces continues as Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani reiterated backing for the essential security force.
The US Embassy in Baghdad issued warnings to American citizens regarding the security situation in Iraq. Notably, Iran-aligned terrorist militias have targeted US citizens and assets throughout Iraq, including the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. The International Zone in central Baghdad remains a focal point of attacks, with ongoing risks of missiles, drones, and rockets in Iraqi airspace.
