12.03.2026 19:32
The military headquarters of the Iraqi army located in the Mahmur region in northern Iraq was targeted in an attack carried out by the United States. According to local sources, a violent explosion occurred in the area following the drone strike, with thick smoke rising into the sky visible from kilometers away. After the explosion, security forces in the region went on high alert.
Security tensions in Baghdad have risen again. According to local sources, a military headquarters belonging to the Iraqi army was targeted by a drone. After the explosion, thick smoke rose in the area, while security forces took extensive precautions.
ATTACK IN MAHMUR REGION
According to the information obtained, the attack was carried out against a military logistics and command center belonging to the Iraqi army located near Baghdad in the Mahmur region. It was reported that the attack, which was carried out by an armed drone, resulted in a large explosion in the area.
THE MOMENT OF THE EXPLOSION CAPTURED ON CAMERA
In videos shared on social media, a large fireball rising from the location of the military facility and the thick black smoke that covered the sky drew attention. It was reported that panic occurred in the surrounding residential areas after the explosion.
ALERT ISSUED IN THE AREA
After the incident, it was reported that the Iraqi army took extensive security measures in the area and military units were put on alert.
While no clear statement has yet been made by official authorities regarding the attack, local sources claimed that the targeted location was a military center of strategic importance.
EYEWITNESSES DESCRIBED THE HORROR
Eyewitnesses living in the area stated that they heard a whistling sound coming from the sky before the explosion. According to the witnesses, shortly after, a large explosion occurred, and the resulting shock was felt kilometers away. Those who experienced the terrifying moments said, "First, we heard a noise similar to a whistling sound, then the sky turned orange. The explosion was so powerful that we felt the shock from kilometers away."