US Prevents Attack on Its Forces in Iraq

US armed forces today, October 18, thwarted an attack on American troops in Iraq using drones. This is reported by Reuters, citing senior American sources. The information was relayed by RIA Novosti.

According to agency sources, the drones attempted to strike the Iraqi 'Al-Assad' airbase, where US troops are stationed. 'American military personnel on Wednesday morning intercepted an attack against their forces in Iraq by shooting down two drones before they could strike,' states the report.

However, the agency's sources did not disclose which country or group is considered responsible for the attack.