Iranian drones target Iraqi Kurdistan PM's office and security chief's residence
Iraqi Kurdistan's prime minister says his office and a top security official's home were hit by Iranian drones, calling the attack a dangerous escalation.
Key Takeaways
AIIraqi Kurdistan Prime Minister Masrour Barzani confirmed on Monday that his personal office and the home of the head of the region’s Security and Intelligence Agency were attacked by two drones launched from Iran.
Barzani stated in a post on his official X account that an investigation by the region’s Counter-Terrorism Unit found that the office and residence were targeted by Iranian drones.
He added that these attacks represent a dangerous escalation and a direct threat to the security and stability of Kurdistan, describing them as reckless and unacceptable.
Barzani stressed that such attacks will not deter the regional government from continuing its duties and protecting its citizens.
Details and implications of the attack
Official sources in the Kurdistan Regional Government also reported that the drones targeted the prime minister’s office and the security chief’s headquarters on Monday, attributing the attack to Iran.