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March 22, 2016

Iraq: Previously Undisclosed U.S. Base Comes Under ISIL Attack Again
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A newly disclosed U.S. base in northern Iraq has come under attack again
from ISIL, two days after a U.S. marine was killed in a rocket attack at
the base in the town of Makhmour. The death of Staff Sgt. Louis Cardin
revealed the existence of the new base and took place during an
unannounced deployment of U.S. troops to the area. While the deployment
began about two weeks ago, it was not announced until Sunday, the day
after Cardin's death. The deployment of U.S. troops to an area where
ISIL is active marks the latest sign of deepening U.S. involvement in
Iraq.
Topics:Iraq Islamic State

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