The US Embassy in Baghdad has warned Americans about potential security threats in Iraq follows several attacks targeting the US military in the country.
The embassy published a security alert on Friday saying, “Extremist groups and regional actors have conducted destructive and sometimes lethal attacks against a variety of targets.” The embassy listed airports, tourist attractions, transportation centers, malls, government facilities and other places frequented by Americans and Westerners as potential targets. People living near military bases are especially at risk, according to the embassy.