US embassy in Baghdad says Iran-backed Iraqi armed groups carried out drone attacks near diplomatic facility and Baghdad airport on Wednesday
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The recent drone attacks near the US embassy in Baghdad, attributed to Iran-backed Iraqi armed groups, mark a significant escalation in regional tensions. This situation heightens geopolitical risks and may lead to increased volatility in safe-haven assets such as gold and the US dollar, while also likely affecting market sentiment regarding US-Iran relations.
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