On the chessboard of international politics, the fierce attack of the United States on the Iraqi "Allah Brigade" and its related organizations has once again aroused the world's attention. According to the Russian news agency Sputnik, the operation was personally approved by the United States ** Biden and was intended to respond to attacks on US troops stationed in Iraq and Syria.
The airstrikes targeted three key points of the Allah Brigade and its associated organizations in Iraq. According to the US Pentagon, the main motive for the attack was revenge for previous attacks on US troops by the Allah brigade and its allies. The attack was triggered by a drone attack on the international coalition military base at Erbil Airport, the capital of Iraq's Kurdish autonomous region, on December 25, which injured three U.S. soldiers, one of them seriously.
U.S. ** Biden reacted quickly, instructing the U.S. military to strike back. A major target of the airstrikes was the headquarters of the Iraqi militia armed movement in the central city of Hilla, in Iraq's Babylon province. About 20 people were reportedly injured in the attack, and one more was unfortunately killed.
During the planning of this operation, Biden's deputy *** adviser Jon Finn had an in-depth discussion with ** at Camp David. Biden also convened his *** team and held ** meetings with Secretary of Defense Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Brown Brown.
Eventually, Biden decided to use force. U.S. airstrikes began around 4:45 a.m. on Tuesday, less than 13 hours after U.S. forces were attacked in Iraq. According to the Greek Pentapostagma**, the US military operation targeted pro-Iranian militant groups in Iraq and left at least one person dead and 24 wounded.
The 25 casualties caused by this airstrike show the determination and strength of the US military. Currently, the United States has about 900 troops deployed in Syria and nearly 2,500 troops in Iraq. Since October 9, more than 60 U.S. soldiers have been injured in more than 100 rocket or drone attacks on U.S. bases in Iraq and Syria.
During this period, the U.S. military also carried out retaliatory airstrikes against anti-American militant groups in Iraq and Syria, but these actions did not appear to be effective in deterring anti-American forces, and instead triggered more retaliatory attacks. However, this airstrike is different from previous ones, and the scale and extent of the damage show the firmness of the US military.
The White House made it clear in a press release that the United States will take appropriate action to retaliate if such attacks continue. This indicates that the US military action in the Middle East will be more intense and direct.
It is worth noting that the United States did not communicate with Iraq in advance about the bombing of anti-American armed groups in Iraq. This act constitutes a violation of Iraq's sovereignty to some extent. According to Russia's TASS news agency, Iraq** considers the US military strikes on targets in its territory to be a hostile act that violates Iraq's sovereignty.
The press service of Iraqi Prime Minister Al-Sudani issued a statement saying that the US attack on Iraqi military targets under the pretext of retaliatory measures was a hostile and unconstructive act. Such actions have damaged relations between the United States and Iran and constitute a serious violation of Iraq's sovereignty.
This US operation is not just a simple military strike, but a strategic move against a complex geopolitical background. U.S. bases in Iraq and Syria have been hit more than 100 times since Oct. 9, injuring more than 60 U.S. soldiers. In the face of such a situation, it is clear that a counterattack by the US military is necessary, but it also reflects the security challenges facing the US in the Middle East.
Through this air strike, the Pentagon sent a clear message: the US military will not tolerate any form of attack on its bases abroad. To a certain extent, this firm stance of the United States is a defense of its long-term military presence in the Middle East.
However, this military action also raises some questions. The fact that the United States has carried out attacks on targets in Iraq without communicating with Iraq is a sensitive issue in terms of international law and diplomatic relations. This not only touches the issue of Iraq's sovereignty, but may also exacerbate tensions between the United States and Iraq.
In this attack, the US military targeted the "Allah Brigade" and its related groups, which are considered anti-American armed forces in Iraq. The Times revealed that the operation was deliberate, with Biden's deputy adviser Jon Finn discussing the matter in depth with Camp David and reviewing various options.
The actions of the US military have demonstrated its determination and ability in the Middle East. Still, such actions could trigger a chain reaction that could lead to more conflict and instability. The U.S. military's presence in the Middle East is a complex and sensitive issue in itself, and its actions could provoke a reaction from other countries and organizations in the region, further increasing instability in the region.
In addition, the United States has deployed about 900 troops in Syria and nearly 2,500 troops in Iraq. The safety of these soldiers became an important factor that the United States had to consider when taking military action. This US military presence is not only to protect its own interests, but also to maintain security and stability in the region.
Against this background, the US military's attack on the "Allah Brigade" and its related organizations has also attracted the attention of the international community. On the one hand, such actions are seen as a reasonable response to the attacks suffered by the US military;On the other hand, it is also considered a continuation of US military operations in the Middle East, which could exacerbate regional conflicts.
After this attack, Iraq** reacted to show its dissatisfaction with the actions of the United States. Iraq** strongly condemns this action of the United States, which it considers to be a violation of Iraq's sovereignty and may have a long-term negative impact on relations between the two countries. This situation suggests that U.S. actions in the Middle East need to be more cautious in order to avoid further threats to already fragile regional stability.
In summary, the U.S. attack on the Iraqi Allah Brigade and its associated organizations was a direct response to the attack on the U.S. military. This operation not only demonstrates the US military presence and determination in the Middle East, but also reveals the complex geopolitical situation in the region. While defending its interests in the Middle East, this US military action has also triggered a new round of concern about regional stability and international relations. In the face of such challenges, the United States needs to find a balance between safeguarding its own interests and promoting regional stability.