The pro-Iranian Islamic Resistance militia in Iraq has claimed a missile attack against the US Victoria base, located near Baghdad airport. According to a statement from the group, the attack resulted in six deaths and four seriously injured among US personnel. This incident raises tension in the region, amid recurrent attacks against Washington's interests.
The evolution of ballistic weaponry in non-state militias 🚀
The attack underscores the technical sophistication achieved by some armed groups. The use of missiles, instead of artisanal rockets or mortars, implies more complex guidance, propulsion, and warhead systems. These missiles, often derived from Iranian technology like the Fateh-110, offer greater range and precision. Their deployment requires logistical and engineering knowledge for transportation, emplacement, and launch, indicating a notable level of military development.
The militias' "frequent flyer program" 🎯
With the frequency of these attacks, one might think the militias have a rewards system. Do they accumulate points for each base hit? Maybe the tenth attack earns them a missile with premium GPS or an advanced camouflage course. The truth is that their persistence has turned the map of bases in Iraq into a dartboard, where loyalty to the program is measured in hits, not air miles.