The drone attack on the Baghdad residence of Mustafa al-Kadhimi follows weeks of tension between Iraq’s government and Iran-backed militias
BAGHDAD—An explosive-laden drone attacked the residence of Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi in Baghdad early Sunday in what Iraqi security officials said was an assassination attempt, marking an escalation of tensions between the country’s government and Iran-backed militia groups.
Mr. Kadhimi, who addressed the nation on television shortly after the attack, said he wasn’t hurt. The attack followed threats against Mr. Kadhimi from an Iran-backed militia leader, though the armed groups denied responsibility and no one immediately claimed credit.
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more: