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Drone attack targets US embassy in Baghdad

Mar 18, 2026, 00:49 GMT+0

A drone strike hit the US embassy in Baghdad early Wednesday, with an explosion reported in the area, according to security sources. The attack comes a day after multiple rocket and drone strikes targeted the embassy and a nearby US diplomatic facility.

Security sources said at least three explosive drones targeted a US diplomatic site near Baghdad International Airport, triggering C-RAM air defense systems.

There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

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