News Alert: U.S. launches strikes in Iraq against Iranian-backed militias after attack that killed coalition troops

A U.S. official and a militia representative said the strikes were underway. The military action followed the deaths of two U.S. troops and one British service member. Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper said the perpetrators would not "get away with it."

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Mar 12, 6:53 PM     U.S. launches strikes in Iraq against Iranian-backed militias after attack that killed coalition troops A U.S. official and a militia representative said the strikes were underway. The military action followed the deaths of two U.S. troops and one British service member. Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper said the perpetrators would not "get away with it." Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2020 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071