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THU · 2026-03-12 · 22:01 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0312-24009
NSR-2026-0312-24009News Report·EN·Conflict
Air attacks target bases of Iran-backed forces in Iraq
On March 12, 2026, air attacks targeted military bases in Iraq used by Iran-backed forces. The bases are reportedly affiliated with the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF).
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-12 · 22:01 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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On March 12, 2026, air attacks targeted military bases in Iraq used by Iran-backed forces. The bases are reportedly affiliated with the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF). Members of the PMF are attributing the air strikes to the United States. The attacks occurred across multiple locations within Iraq. The reason for the attacks has not been officially confirmed, but the strikes come amid heightened tensions in the region.
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The targeted bases belong to Iran-backed forces.
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Air attacks targeted military bases across Iraq.
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Members of the Popular Mobilisation Forces have blamed the strikes on the US.
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