Select date
Pentagon says more than a dozen missiles 'launched from Iran' against 2 US bases, vows ‘necessary’ counter-measures
8 Jan, 2020 00:18
Follow RT on
The Pentagon said it would take “necessary measures” to defend US troops and regional allies following reports of Iranian missile strikes on US facilities in Iraq, confirming that over a dozen missiles were used in the attack.
“Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US military and coalition forces in Iraq. It is clear that these missiles were launched from Iran and targeted at least two Iraqi military bases,” the Pentagon said in a statement on Tuesday, adding that it was now working on “initial battle damage assessments.”
As we evaluate the situation and our response, we will take all necessary measures to protect and defend US personnel, partners and allies in the region.
Also on rt.com WATCH 1st video of alleged ‘Iranian revenge’ attack on US base in Iraq
DETAILS TO FOLLOW
Follow RT on
