Iran Responsible for Drone Attack on U.S. Base in Syria

Last week’s drone attack on a military base in southern Syria that houses U.S. forces was likely carried out at the behest of Iran. While the drones used in the attack were not launched from Iran, officials believe that Iran provided the resource and encouraged the attack at the outpost at al-Tanf Syria. At least five drones laden with explosive charges were directed at the base—striking both the Syrian and U.S. sides of the military facility.

The presence of the American garrison within Syria remains controversial as both the Syrian government in Damascus and the Russian government consider it to be illegal. The Syrian regime has called for the withdrawal of all foreign forces from Syria.

(National Interest)