U.S. Precision Drone Strike Targets Key Iraqi Militia Leader in Baghdad

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In a decisive move aimed at safeguarding American forces stationed in Iraq, the U.S. military has confirmed its responsibility for a precision drone strike in Baghdad, targeting a high-ranking Iraqi militia commander linked to attacks on U.S. forces.

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According to reports, the strike, focused on the leader of Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba, an Iraqi Shi’ite military group affiliated with the Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). The PMF, a coalition of militias nominally under the control of the Iraqi military, has been a source of regional tension amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East.

As a result of the targeted strike, Mushtaq Taleb al-Saidi, also known as “Abu Taqwa,” and deputy head of operations for PMF in Baghdad, was killed. The PMF, in a statement, denounced the strike as “brutal American aggression,” holding the International Coalition Forces responsible.

The U.S. official affirmed that the strike was a precise hit on a vehicle, dispelling reports suggesting an attack on an entire facility. The statement from the U.S. military emphasized the commitment to protect U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria, addressing the threats they face.

This development comes amid rising regional tensions, exacerbated by the Israel-Hamas conflict, with fears that the turmoil could spill over into neighboring countries. It also aligns with Iraq’s renewed push for U.S.-led coalition forces to exit the country.

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The precision drone strike follows a series of recent attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria, totaling at least 115 incidents since October 17. As the region remains on high alert, the Pentagon is closely monitoring the situation, with a particular focus on ensuring the safety of American personnel in the volatile Middle East.

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