Baghdad, Iraq – Agence France-Presse, citing a source in the Popular Mobilization Forces, reported that new airstrikes targeted the Jurf al-Sakhr base in Iraq, in a security development that comes amid escalating regional tensions and increasing exchanges of fire in several arenas in the region.
Initial details about the targeting
The agency quoted the source as saying that the base, located in the Jurf al-Sakhr area south of Baghdad, was targeted by airstrikes, without specifying the identity of the perpetrators or the extent of the damage. No official statements have yet been released confirming details of the incident or revealing the extent of the damage.
a sensitive strategic location
The Jurf al-Sakhr area is considered an area of security importance, as it contains military sites and is subject to strict procedures, which makes any targeting of it a matter of interest and follow-up by official and security authorities.
Awaiting an official statement
Local circles are awaiting an official clarification from the Iraqi authorities regarding the circumstances of the raids, at a time when fears are growing about the expansion of the escalation and its impact on the security situation in the country, especially in light of the current state of regional tension.
