Escalating Attacks on US Troops in Iraq Raise Concerns

US troops in Iraq have been targeted in new attacks involving drones and explosives, with three incidents occurring on Thursday. These attacks add to the more than 40 assaults that US and allied troops have faced since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 7. The attacks included drone assaults at airbases and an improvised explosive device blast near Mosul Dam. While there were minor injuries, all US troops have returned to duty. The US has accused Iran of facilitating these attacks, but Iran denies involvement and claims the groups are acting independently.