By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
AIT LIVEAIT LIVEAIT LIVE
  • Live TV
  • Politics
  • National News
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Tech
  • Entertainment
  • Global
  • Videos
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
AIT LIVEAIT LIVE
Search AIT
  • Live TV
  • Politics
  • National News
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Tech
  • Entertainment
  • Global
  • Videos
Follow US

Iran strikes US base in Iraq with ballistic missiles

Last updated: January 8, 2020 11:07 am
5 years ago
Share
2 Min Read
Qassem Soleimani

Iran has carried out a ballistic missile attack on air bases housing US forces in Iraq, in retaliation for the US killing of General Qasem Soleimani.

More than a dozen missiles launched from Iran struck two air bases in Irbil and Al Asad, west of Baghdad.

It is unclear if there have been any casualties.The initial response from Washington has been muted. President Trump tweeted that all was well and said casualties and damage were being assessed.

Also Read: Cartel gunmen terrorize Mexican city, free El Chapo’s son

Two Iraqi bases housing US and coalition troops were targeted – one at Al Asad and one in Irbil just hours after the burial of Soleimani.

The Al Asad airbase – located in the Anbar province of western Iraq – was hit by at least six missiles.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei said the attack was “a slap in the face” for the US.

“When it comes to confrontation, military action of this kind is not enough. What is important is that the corrupt presence of the United States should come to an end,” he said.

The assassination of Soleimani on January 3 was a major escalation in already deteriorating relations between Iran and the US.

Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Whatsapp Email Print
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

RSS APO Group – Africa-Newsroom: latest news releases related to Africa

  • Ghana, Eswatini forge stronger ties during King Mswati III’s state visit June 25, 2025
  • United Nations (UN) Women Executive Board lauds progressive gender equality and women’s empowerment work in Zimbabwe June 25, 2025
  • Eritrea: Human Rights Council must vote to extend Special Rapporteur’s mandate June 25, 2025
  • Djibouti: Staff Concluding Statement of the 2025 Article IV Mission June 25, 2025
  • The Success Story of Tamura Oil – Burundi’s Red Gold June 25, 2025

Trending

aitlive 9
Breaking: INEC admits glitch in results transmission as Court Reserves Judgement In Atiku’s Petition Against Tinubu, electoral body
2023 Elections Headlines
aitlive 1 19 1
Nigeria Air: MD Confirms Unveiled Aircraft Was Hired Ethiopia Flight
Local
LABOUR PARTY
Breaking: LP And Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, Get Court Permission To Inspect Forensic Materials
2023 Elections
AIT-IMAGES - US House Republicans
US House Republicans authorize Biden impeachment inquiry
World
PETER OBI
Drama in court as judges order Peter Obi’s legal team to go home
Headlines

Section

  • Headlines
  • Local
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Crime
  • Education
  • Health
  • Entertainment

Programmes

  • Kakaaki
  • Focus Nigeria
  • Democracy Today
  • People Politics and Power
  • News Hour
  • AIT Reports
  • World News
  • Moneyline With Nancy
  • Jigsaw

About Us

  • About AIT
  • Our History
  • Our Awards
  • Our Values
  • Privacy Policy


Follow US
© AIT.LIVE. All Rights Reserved.
Join Us!

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc..

THE MOST IMPORTANT NEWS HEADLINE AND EVENT OF THE DAY

Subscribe to our mailing list to receive daily news update direct in your inbox!

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?