The Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq's Anbar province, housing US forces, faced a drone attack on Wednesday, reportedly orchestrated by an Iran-backed militia group, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq. The group, in a statement today, claimed responsibility for the strike, attributing it to the recent resumption of Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip.

This incident adds to a series of escalating confrontations in the region. According to Kurdistan 24, since October 17th, there have been at least 75 attacks on US and Coalition bases in Iraq and Syria by proxies believed to be backed by Iran. These attacks have resulted in as many as 60 injuries to military personnel, as reported by the US Department of Defense.

In response to the increasing attacks, the US military has carried out a series of airstrikes targeting militia groups aligned with Iran in both Iraq and Syria. The latest of these actions occurred on Sunday when US forces reportedly responded to what they deemed an "imminent threat." Five members of the pro-Iran Hashd al-Shaabi militia group were allegedly preparing to launch a one-way attack drone near the city of Kirkuk. Following the incident, all five militiamen were confirmed to have been killed in a US airstrike.

The US Central Command issued a statement on Tuesday, revealing the discovery of a modified fuel truck inside Iraqi territory. The truck was reportedly adapted to launch rockets, posing a direct threat to US and Coalition bases in Iraq and Syria. Details about the vehicle and its location were promptly relayed to the Iraqi government for investigation.

Tensions in the region continue to rise, with both the United States and Iran-backed militias engaging in a tit-for-tat series of attacks. The situation remains fluid, and concerns grow over the potential for further escalation in the already volatile region. The international community closely watches developments as diplomatic efforts are likely to intensify in an attempt to defuse tensions and prevent a broader conflict.