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UAV from Iraq Impacts Israeli Military Base in Arava Desert, No Injuries Reported

Sep 24, 2024, 10:09 PM

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that a UAV entered Israeli airspace from the eastern direction and impacted in the Arava desert. The incident, which triggered sirens in the Jordan border community of Sapir, resulted in no injuries. The Iran-backed Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed responsibility for the attack. The IDF has not detailed if any damage was caused by the drone, which reportedly impacted an Israeli military base. Footage of the impact was released.