Kurdistan Region Condemns Attack on US Forces in Jordan
In a strongly worded statement on Monday, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani condemned what he described as a "cowardly attack" on US forces in northeastern Jordan, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least three American personnel.
"I condemn yesterday’s cowardly attack on US forces in NE Jordan in the strongest terms," Prime Minister Barzani declared. Expressing solidarity, he added, "My thoughts are with the US government and people for the tragic losses in this difficult time."
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani also denounced the incident as a "terrorist attack" and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims.
I condemn yesterday’s cowardly attack on US forces in NE Jordan in the strongest terms. My thoughts are with the US government and people for the tragic losses in this difficult time -mb.
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) January 29, 2024
This marks the first instance of American military personnel losing their lives since the onset of the Hamas-Israel war in October last year, following a series of near-daily drone and missile attacks on US troops in the Middle East.
In response to the attack, President Biden, speaking at a South Carolina church banquet center, asserted, "We shall respond."
The recent incident follows more than 150 attacks on US troops in Iraq and Syria, prompting the United States to retaliate with strikes against Iranian-backed militias. These retaliatory actions have resulted in casualties among top militia commanders.
The situation is evolving rapidly, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
