Eight US soldiers were injured in an attack on a US occupation base in Rmelan, Syria, with some sustaining Traumatic Brain Injuries and smoke inhalation. The severity of the injuries is undisclosed by the Pentagon.
The attack, involving an explosive-laden unmanned aerial vehicle, occurred on Saturday night. No group has claimed responsibility.
Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder stated that out of caution, the soldiers were transported for evaluation. Three have returned to duty, while others remain under observation.
US bases face increasing attacks, particularly by the Islamic Resistance in Iraq amid the Israeli war on Gaza. The Iraqi Resistance targets US bases to support Palestinians and oppose the US presence.
Meanwhile, Arab tribes clash with US-backed Syrian Democratic forces in eastern Syria, with attacks on the SDF and counter-attacks with US assistance.
Source: Agencies (edited and translated by Al-Manar English Website)