US condemns 'reckless' Iran missile strikes in Iraq

US condemns 'reckless' Iran missile strikes in Iraq
by AFP Staff Writers
Washington (AFP) Jan 16, 2024

The United States on Monday slammed Iran for its "reckless" deadly missile attacks on targets in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, warning they undermine stability.

"The United States strongly condemns Iran's attacks in Erbil today and offers condolences to the families of those who were killed. We oppose Iran's reckless missile strikes, which undermine Iraq's stability," US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement.

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