The Pentagon previously emphasized in a statement that Defense had prepared thoroughly to protect its personnel on the spot. Defense has confirmed that the missiles have been fired from Iranian territory.
Iranian television soon confirmed after the attacks that the Revolutionary Guard is behind it. According to the Iranian state television, dozens of rockets have been fired. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard says it is a retribution for the liquidation by the United States of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani last week. The Iranian elite unit warns Washington against retaliation. Allies from the US also receive a warning. They can be attacked in the region where they support the Americans.
Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said via Twitter that it is a proportional response. He said that Iran is not after escalation, but that Tehran will defend itself against aggression.
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