Three rockets hit near US Embassy in Baghdad

BAGHDAD: At least three rockets hit near the fortified Green Zone of the US Embassy and other diplomats facilities in Baghdad, Iraq on Monday night.

The explosion went off near the US Embassy, where the third one hits somewhere near the Green Zone complex.

Three rockets hit near US Embassy in Baghdad — US Embassy in Iraq

According to the sources, the attack was launched from the outskirts of Baghdad.

The video of the US Embassy attack went viral on Social Media right after the explosion took place.

#Breaking

“Rocket attack alarms sounding off multiple times on the #US #Baghdad Embassy Complex and Union III. Heard the booms myself on Union III. Speakers telling all to take shelter immediately.” pic.twitter.com/F1lpbWm9RE
— Nafiseh Kohnavard (@nafisehkBBC) January 20, 2020

BREAKING: At least two Katyusha rockets hit #Iraq capital, Baghdad’s Green Zone- the first in few days lull after near daily incidents. Alarm sirens can be heard sounding through heavily fortified zone. No casualties reported yet. pic.twitter.com/nHqZLu26pB
— Arwa Ibrahim (@arwaib) January 20, 2020

So far no casualities have been reported and no one has claimed the attack, However United States has blamed Iran-backed paramilitary groups for the attack and the similar earlier this month.

These rockets are the ongoing part of US-Iran conflict after US President ordered US Air force to strike General Solemani in Iraq.

Follow INCPAK on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram for updates.