Diners witness drone interception attempt overhead in Baghdad
Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 17, 2026 at 09:38 PM
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On March 17, 2026, diners in Baghdad witnessed an attempted drone interception near the US embassy. A C-RAM air defense system engaged at least one drone targeting the embassy compound. Reports indicate that two drones were intercepted overnight. However, a third drone reportedly struck within the US embassy compound. The reason for the drone attack was not specified in the report.
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drone interception 90% baghdad 80% us embassy 70% air defense system 70% drone attack 60% c-ram 60%
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Baghdad
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