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Attack on US Embassy in Baghdad, rocket hits diplomatic compound
2026-03-14 08:50:25 / BOTA
An attack on the US Embassy in Baghdad has rocked the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, after a rocket hit the diplomatic compound, causing smoke and alarms in the area. Initial reports said the attack caused material damage, but there were no immediate details on the extent of the damage or possible casualties. Reuters reported that the rocket hit one of the embassy buildings, causing widespread chaos inside the compound.
Meanwhile, the Associated Press reported that the missile specifically hit the helipad of the diplomatic compound. At the same time, sources cited by Agence France-Presse said there was also the possibility that a drone was involved in the attack.
The attack came just hours after two Iranian-backed militants were killed in attacks in the Baghdad area, adding to tensions in the Iraqi capital.
US and Iraqi authorities have launched investigations to determine the origin of the attack and the full extent of the damage. In the meantime, more information is expected in the coming hours on the condition of the embassy complex and whether there are any injuries or fatalities. The international community is following developments with concern, as such incidents can directly affect diplomatic relations and the security situation in the region.
???? US Embassy compound in Baghdad hit by a missile early Saturday.
A projectile struck the helipad inside the heavily fortified Green Zone complex. No US casualties have been reported so far, and the US Embassy has not yet issued an official statement. #USEmbassy #Baghdad #Iraq #IranWar pic.twitter.com/cLXwddp7Zd
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