According to reports, no direct drone hit has been recorded on the headquarters of a U.S.-backed opposition group in Erbil, northern Iraq. Several drones were shot down over the city, with no casualties or claims of responsibility reported.
The report, circulating this morning, states that contrary to earlier claims, no drone directly struck the headquarters of a U.S.-backed opposition group in Erbil. Iraqi air defenses intercepted several drones over the city. No casualties or claims of responsibility have been noted. Erbil has been a frequent target of Iranian drone activity, with The Zioneer previously reporting on multiple interceptions and strikes in the area. The origins of the drones remain unconfirmed, though Iranian-backed militias have been active in the region.
- DevelopingReports: Air defense systems in Erbil intercept Iranian drones
- ConfirmedDrone observed over Iraq heading toward Erbil; air defenses in Bahrain, Kuwait not activated — reports
- DevelopingStrong footage reportedly shows drone interception over Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan
- DevelopingExplosions reported at opposition headquarters in Erbil, northern Iraq
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