Enemy drone is mistaken for the US drone, thereby not intercepted

Report suggests that enemy drone that killed US troops was mistaken for a US drone

In a tragic incident at the Tower 22 installation in Jordan, an enemy drone targeted U.S. troops, resulting in three fatalities and injuries to dozens, according to two anonymous U.S. officials. The preliminary report suggests the possibility of confusion with a returning American drone, which may have been allowed to pass by mistake.

The White House, while not seeking war with Iran, attributes the attack to Tehran and is considering retaliatory action. President Biden, addressing the situation with his national security team, emphasizes a commitment to defending U.S. forces.

The incident adds complexity to the already tense Middle East situation, as the Biden administration aims to prevent the Israel-Hamas conflict from escalating further. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin states that the U.S. will take necessary actions to protect its troops.

Despite accusations from the U.S., Iran denies involvement in the drone strike. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby reiterates that the U.S. is not looking for war with Iran but urges a halt to attacks on U.S. forces in the region.

Republicans criticize Biden for perceived weakness in deterring Iranian militias, holding him responsible for the attacks on U.S. troops. Former President Donald Trump condemns the incident as a consequence of Biden’s alleged weakness.

The attack targeted a U.S. military outpost, Tower 22, in northeastern Jordan, near the demilitarized zone on the border with Syria. The installation, initially a Jordanian outpost, saw an increased U.S. presence after American forces entered Syria in 2015..

Source: AP