Reports from DEA News indicate that Iraqi Shiite armed groups aligned with the so-called Islamic Resistance in Iraq have claimed a drone strike against a strategic site north of Eilat, a city in southern Israel. The notice, shared via Telegram channels, attributes the action to support from local supporters in Palestine and frames the incident as part of a broader campaign against occupation forces.
The statement describes the attack as occurring on a Wednesday in late July, stating that a drone targeted a critical location in the northern area of what is described as the occupied Umm al-Rashrash, with the insurgent groups referring to Eilat as Umm al-Rashrash. The message further asserts that the operation was conducted in solidarity with Palestinian civilians and emphasizes a continuing strategy to resist what it characterizes as crimes by a so-called usurper network.
Historically, Iraqi groups have repeatedly signaled attempted strikes on southern Israeli targets, notably Eilat, and have at times conducted drone launches in tandem with Houthis operations originating from Yemen. Analysts note that the Islamic Resistance encompasses a coalition of pro-Iranian Shiite Islamist factions in Iraq, described as a unified banner or network supported by Iran, rather than a single organization.
Earlier in 2023, there were reports of missiles and drones directed at U.S. bases across Iraq, Jordan, and Syria, with some incidents causing injuries among U.S. personnel. An incident in late January 2024 reportedly resulted in fatalities among U.S. troops in Jordan, illustrating the regional reach of these actions and the potential for escalation across multiple theaters.
Earlier media coverage has also referenced the attack on the U.S. military presence in Syria, highlighting the continuing volatility of security dynamics in the region and the broader implications for international military operations and counterterrorism efforts.