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Attacks from Sadr City strike Baghdad

Terrorists launched 12 combined mortar and rocket attacks attacks into Multi-National Division – Baghdad’s operational environment beginning at approximately 6 a.m. March 25.

Among the multiple attacks were 107 mm rockets were fired toward Baghdad’s International Zone, 81 mm mortars were fired at Forward Operating Base Falcon, 107 mm rockets were fired at Forward Operating Base Rustamiyah, 60 mm mortars were fired at Joint Security Station Thawra 1, and 60 mm mortars were fired at Joint Security Station SUJ.
The attacks resulted in limited civilian injuries and minor damage to buildings and vehicles.

“Extremists continue to fire indiscriminately from the vicinity of Sadr City putting the residents of Baghdad at risk,” said Col. Allen Batschelet, chief of staff, Multi-National Division – Baghdad. “The vast majority of Iraqis want security and stability. Coalition forces want the same, a better future for all Iraqis.”

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