The U.S. claims Iran launched multiple missile attacks on American troops in the Middle East.

Source: Global Times
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On the 28th local time, the U.S. Central Command stated that at 5:45 PM Eastern Time, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched multiple ballistic missiles from within Iran, "attempting to carry out a surprise attack on U.S. forces stationed in the Middle East."

The U.S. Central Command reported that all missiles were successfully intercepted. U.S. forces remain on high alert and in a state of readiness.

There has been no response from the Iranian side regarding this. (CCTV reporter Zhu Lei)

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
SALUTE Report
Size
Multiple missiles
Activity
Iran launched ballistic missiles attempting a surprise attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East
Location
Iran
Unit
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)
Time
5:45 PM Eastern Time on the 28th
Equipment
ballistic missiles
Summary

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched multiple ballistic missiles at U.S. forces in the Middle East at 5:45 PM Eastern Time on the 28th, attempting a surprise attack. All missiles were intercepted successfully, and U.S. forces remain on high alert. No response has been issued by Iran regarding the incident.

Key Facts
  • Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles from within Iran.
  • The missiles targeted U.S. forces stationed in the Middle East.
  • All missiles were successfully intercepted by U.S. defenses.
  • The U.S. military remains on high alert and in a state of readiness.
  • Iran has not yet responded to the incident.