Explosions Heard Near Baghdad International Airport in Iraq

Source: Global Times
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On the evening of the 6th local time, explosions were heard near the "Victory Camp" base at Baghdad International Airport in Iraq. Sources from the Iraqi security forces stated that the base was attacked by five drones, with the assault carried out by the Iraqi militia group "Islamic Resistance Organization."

According to Iraqi military sources, the "Taji Camp" airbase located north of Baghdad was attacked that evening by two Katyusha rockets. Both the "Victory Camp" and "Taji Camp" bases previously housed U.S. personnel.

Multiple positions under the "Popular Mobilization Forces" in Nineveh Province in northern Iraq were attacked on the evening of the 6th. Local security sources reported that the attacks resulted in over ten explosions, but there have been no reports of casualties so far.

According to a statement from the security media center under the Iraqi Joint Operations Command, a vehicle carrying a rocket launcher platform fired several rockets that evening from an area west of Baghdad towards Baghdad International Airport. Some of the rockets landed in open areas near Baghdad International Airport, causing no casualties or significant property damage. (Reporter: Mi Chunze, CCTV)

Classification
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Artillery Fire
SALUTE Report
Size
5 drones, 2 Katyusha rockets
Activity
Attack on military bases
Location
Baghdad International Airport · Victory Camp · Taji Airbase · Nineveh Province
Unit
Islamic Resistance Organization, People's Mobilization Forces
Time
Evening of the 6th
Equipment
dronesKatyusha rockets
Summary

Explosions were reported near Baghdad International Airport on the evening of the 6th, with the Victory Camp attacked by 5 drones from the Islamic Resistance Organization. Taji Airbase also faced 2 Katyusha rocket strikes. Additionally, multiple sites in Nineveh Province experienced over 10 explosions, but no casualties have been reported. A vehicle launched several rockets towards the airport, landing in open areas without causing injuries or significant damage.

Key Facts
  • Explosions reported near Baghdad International Airport.
  • Victory Camp was attacked by 5 drones.
  • Taji Airbase was hit by 2 Katyusha rockets.
  • Over 10 explosions occurred in Nineveh Province.
  • No casualties reported so far.