Iran fired more than a dozen ballistic missiles at U.S. military bases in Iraq at around 5:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday, according to the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).
In a statement, Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs J
He added that both bases have been on high alert in recent days in response to Iran’s threats to U.S. forces and interests in the Middle East. The DOD has also taken appropriated actions to ensure the safety of its personnel and partners.
Last week, Iran vowed “harsh revenge” against the United States after the death of its top commander Qasem Soleimani. President Donald Trump ordered a drone strike to kill Soleimani.
Trump explained that Soleimani was planning “imminent and sinister attacks” on Americans. His order to kill the top Iranian commander was to prevent a war.
“We took action last night to stop a war. We did not take action to start a war,” said Trump in a statement on Friday.
Trump says “all is well” after Iran’s missile attacks
On Tuesday night, the U.S. President tweeted that “all is well” and he will be making a statement on Wednesday regarding the Iranian missile attacks.
All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good! We have the most powerful and well equipped military anywhere in the world, by far! I will be making a statement tomorrow morning.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 8, 2020
