Statement from Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Jonathan Hoffman:
At approximately 5:30 p.m. (EST) on January 7, Iran launched more
than a dozen ballistic missiles against U.S. military and coalition
forces in Iraq. It is clear that these missiles were launched from Iran
and targeted at least two Iraqi military bases hosting U.S. military
and coalition personnel at Al-Assad and Irbil.
We are working on initial battle damage assessments.
In recent days and in response to Iranian threats and actions, the
Department of Defense has taken all appropriate measures to safeguard
our personnel and partners. These bases have been on high alert due to
indications that the Iranian regime planned to attack our forces and
interests in the region.
As we evaluate the situation and our response, we will take all
necessary measures to protect and defend U.S. personnel, partners, and
allies in the region.
Due to the dynamic nature of the situation, we will continue to provide updates as they become available.
Source: DOD
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