According to claims by Iraqi Shiite militias, six American soldiers were killed in a recent rocket attack on a U.S. military base near Baghdad International Airport. In addition, four other American soldiers are reported to have sustained serious injuries in the attack. The militia group, Saraya Awliya al-Dam, announced these casualties, although the U.S. military has not yet confirmed or commented on the situation.

The rocket attack occurred in an area that has seen heightened tensions and violence involving American forces. On Sunday, Iraqi authorities had already reported that five persons were injured from a prior missile attack that targeted locations around the international airport. This attack is part of a larger pattern of aggression against U.S. military installations in Iraq, raising concerns about the security of American personnel in the region amid ongoing conflicts.

The situation remains fluid, with the Iraqi military spokesperson confirming that five missiles were fired toward the airport vicinity, impacting not only military personnel but also security and airport staff. This continuation of hostilities could further strain U.S.-Iraqi relations and may prompt the U.S. government to reassess its military presence and strategy in Iraq.