'Attacked 28 times in a day' - BBC visits heavily targeted US-UK base in Iraq
Summary
The BBC visited a military base in Iraq where British and American forces work together. The base has been attacked up to 28 times a day by drones during the conflict involving Iran, even though a fragile ceasefire was announced.Key Facts
- British and US forces share a military base in Iraq.
- The base has faced up to 28 drone attacks in a single day before a ceasefire.
- The US announced an extended but fragile ceasefire in the conflict involving Iran and Israel.
- British forces maintain a defensive role at the base.
- The US and UK forces have cooperated closely for many years, including fights against Islamic State.
- Armed Forces Minister Al Carns praised the close cooperation between the two militaries.
- Air Chief Marshal Sir Harvey Smyth reported strong relations and mutual praise between UK and US commanders.
- Despite military cooperation, political relations between Washington and London over the Iran conflict remain tense.
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