hezbollah: U.S. fighter aircraft strike Hezbollah targets in Iraq after attacks on bases
Amid heightened tensions, U.S. fighter jets targeted two Hezbollah centers in Iraq following attacks on American bases linked to Israel's Gaza operations. The strikes, including the first use of a short-range ballistic missile against U.S. troops, hit Hezbollah sites near Baghdad and Al Anbar. While personnel were present, casualties remained unconfirmed. A retaliatory AC-130 gunship strike targeted missile origins at Al-Asad Air Base. The U.S. emphasizes deterring conflict but demands an end to Iran-backed assaults on its forces, signaling potential further actions if attacks persist.