Iran-linked Popular Mobilization Forces base near Baghdad hit by airstrike
Sources within the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), the militia group supported by the Islamic Republic, have reported an airstrike targeting the leadership of this group in southern Baghdad.
According to Reuters, citing two Iraqi security sources and sources close to the PMF, Iran-backed attacks took place on Friday night, April 19, in the Jurf al-Sakhar area in northern Babil province, Iraq.
Reports confirm two casualties and six injuries among the PMF forces in these attacks, as verified by sources in the Hilla hospital.
Meanwhile, sources close to the PMF have attributed the attacks to the United States, allegations that have been denied by the US.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) emphasized in a statement that they are aware of reports claiming US airstrikes in Iraq today, stating these reports are untrue, and that the US did not conduct any airstrikes in Iraq today.
Additionally, according to Al Arabiya, the PMF’s armored base in Karbala, Iraq, was targeted with five missiles, resulting in significant damage.
It is noteworthy that this attack follows reports of a massive explosion near an airbase close to Isfahan yesterday morning.
Iranian officials have not officially confirmed accusations against American authorities regarding Israel’s missile launch into Iran. However, they claim that the Isfahan air defense system targeted multiple drones and suspicious objects.
These incidents occur amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel following Iranian airstrikes on the country.
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