US Embassy in Iraq targeted by drone strikes amid regional tensions
March 17, 2026 • Google News World
US Embassy in Iraq Hit by Drone Strikes, UAE Reopens Airspace After Missile Threats from Iran
A drone strike hit the US embassy in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to security sources. The attack was intercepted along with a rocket attack on the embassy.
The incident occurred as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reopened its airspace after missile threats from Iran were reported.
Additionally, a hotel in the Iraqi capital Baghdad was struck by an attack, which is believed to be related to the US embassy incident.
The US Victory Base in Iraq also came under attack using FPV drones. The attack on the base is described as a “stark warning”.
Smoke was seen rising from the US embassy after it was attacked with rockets and drones.
Source: Google News World