Iran hits Iraq's Kurdistan over 300 times since start of war

More than 300 attacks carried out by Iran and allied armed groups have struck Iraq's Kurdistan region since late February, causing at least 59 casualties, according to US-based monitoring organsation Christian Peacemaker Teams (CPT). 

Between March 7 and 15, the group recorded 111 attacks, with Erbil bearing the heaviest impact with 81 incidents, while Al-Sulaymaniyah faced 38. Despite a 43% drop in the number of attacks compared with the first week of the escalation, casualties remained high, with four deaths and 32 injuries reported during the latest week, Shafaq News news.

Key energy infrastructure, government offices, and public facilities were targeted, and at least 21 homes, hotels, and other buildings suffered damage from direct strikes or falling drone debris. Strategic locations, including Harir Air Base and Erbil International Airport, were repeatedly hit by rockets and drones.

By Sabina Mammadli