Iran launches attacks on U.S. military bases in Iraq despite Trump threats

Iranian forces conducted a series of missile and drone strikes targeting U.S. military bases in Iraq, including the Al Asad Airbase. The attacks resulted in the deaths of at least 19 Iranian military personnel and damaged several facilities. The U.S. military confirmed the strikes but did not immediately retaliate, citing a desire to avoid escalation. The attacks followed a series of U.S. airstrikes on Iranian sites in early September, which killed dozens of Iranian officials. Trump had publicly threatened to attack Iran 'any time we want' in response to these strikes. Despite these threats, Iran proceeded with its own offensive, signaling a willingness to escalate the conflict. Sources report conflicting details on the scale of the attacks. Some outlets describe the strikes as limited in scope, while others suggest a broader campaign. The U.S. military has not released detailed casualty figures, and Iran has not provided official statements on the operation.