On Monday, a rocket attack targeted the Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq, injuring several US personnel stationed there. The Pentagon suspects that Iran-backed militia groups are responsible for the attack, which has heightened tensions in the Middle East. This incident comes amid a volatile situation involving recent violence between Israel and Iran, including the assassination of key figures. The US has recently increased its military presence in the region and continues to hold Iran-aligned groups accountable for attacks on American forces.

The Pentagon quickly pointed the finger at militia groups linked to Iran, calling this a “dangerous escalation”, reported CNN. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. They both agreed that the attack was a serious increase in tension and showed Iran’s harmful influence in the region.

Austin assured Gallant that the US remains committed to supporting Israel against threats from Iran and its allied grou...