Tensions continue in the Gulf: Iran attacks US base in Saudi Arabia! 12 American soldiers injured

As tensions rise again in the Gulf region, Iran has announced that it struck a US base in Saudi Arabia. It was reported that 12 American soldiers were injured as a result of the attack carried out by Iran on the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. While it was stated that two of the injured soldiers are in critical condition, it was also noted that a refueling tanker aircraft was damaged during the attack.

NUMBER OF INJURED AMERICAN SOLDIERS INCREASING

According to a report by Reuters citing a US official, security measures around the base have been increased following the attack, and investigations into the incident have begun. With this attack, it was stated that the number of American soldiers injured within the scope of the conflicts in the region since February 28 has exceeded 300. It was also noted that 13 American soldiers have lost their lives during the same period. The toll of the mutual attacks in the region continues to grow heavier.

NEW ATTACK FROM IRAN ON AL-KHARJ BASE

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps continues its operations against US bases in Saudi Arabia. Yesterday evening, Iran announced that the Al-Kharj Base was targeted during the 84th phase of its operations. In its statement, Iran emphasized that the US uses its bases in the region for operational purposes against Iran and that these bases have become "legitimate targets."

MAJOR DAMAGE IN IRAN'S ATTACK

Regarding the details of the attack, Iranian sources reported that air defense systems around the Al-Kharj Base were disabled, followed by an intense bombardment with ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. While it is claimed that major damage occurred at the base located on Saudi Arabian soil, it was stated that US refueling and air support assets, in particular, took a heavy hit. It was alleged that numerous tankers and support aircraft were either completely destroyed or rendered unusable.

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