Israel built secret Iraq base for Iran war - WSJ

Israel built a clandestine military outpost in Iraq’s western desert to support its air campaign against Iran, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter, including US officials.

The base was set up shortly before the war began and housed Israeli special forces while also serving as a logistical hub for the Israeli air force, according to the report.

The Journal said the installation was built with US knowledge.

Israel also launched airstrikes against Iraqi troops who came close to discovering the base early in the conflict, the report said.