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Drone Strike Sparks Outrage in Erbil
A shocking drone attack has left the US General Consulate in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, reeling after a strike early yesterday morning. Eyewitnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with panicked consular staff and security personnel scrambling to respond to the attack.
In an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera News, eyewitness Ahmed al-Mahmoudi described the moment of impact, saying: “The sound of the explosion was deafening. People were screaming and running for cover. It was a scene of utter chaos.”
The Iraqi militia drone, identified by local authorities as belonging to the Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq group, struck the consulate at approximately 10:00 PM local time, targeting the main entrance of the facility. The extent of the damage remains unclear, but reports indicate significant destruction to the building’s exterior and interior.
US officials have confirmed that the drone strike was a deliberate attack, stating: “We are working closely with regional partners to investigate the incident and address any concerns about security.”
The attack has sparked widespread condemnation from international leaders, with the United Nations Security Council issuing a statement urging restraint and calling for an immediate investigation into the incident.
Background to the Strike
Tensions between the US and Iraqi militias have been escalating in recent months, with several high-profile skirmishes occurring between US and Iranian-backed forces. The latest drone strike marks a significant escalation in the conflict, raising fears of an all-out attack on US assets in the region.