Drones Target Irbil as U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate | Calgary News

Drones loaded with explosives buzzed toward Irbil, Iraq — home to U.S. troops — just hours after America launched 13 straight nights of strikes on Iran. Five were shot down, no injuries or damage reported. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is now urging locals in neighboring countries to avoid U.S. bases and report their locations, as Tehran escalates retaliation against American allies. Tensions surged after a brief calm in June, with U.S. strikes on Iran, Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and deadly strikes killing 55 and wounding 600 in Iran — while four U.S. service members died in the past week. Yemen’s Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, and Bahrain intercepted Iranian drones. U.S. Central Command says their strikes aim to protect commercial shipping. President Trump warns of massive retaliation if attacks continue. The UN human rights chief is pleading for urgent help for seafarers caught in the crossfire and left behind by their employers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3edd10324e886654