{"id":2166394,"date":"2024-02-02T16:51:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-02T21:51:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/us-strikes-iraq-and-syria-in-retaliation-for-iranian-proxy-attack-on-us-troops\/"},"modified":"2024-02-02T16:53:03","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T21:53:03","slug":"us-strikes-iraq-and-syria-in-retaliation-for-iranian-proxy-attack-on-us-troops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/us-strikes-iraq-and-syria-in-retaliation-for-iranian-proxy-attack-on-us-troops\/","title":{"rendered":"US retaliates against Iranian proxy attack with strikes in Iraq and Syria"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fus-strikes-iraq-and-syria-in-retaliation-for-iranian-proxy-attack-on-us-troops%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2166394&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><section id=\"article\">\n<article data-post-title=\"US Strikes Iraq and Syria in Retaliation for Iranian Proxy Attack on US Troops\" data-post-slug=\"http:\/\/iran-claims-to-have-conducted-a-massive-operation-against-israels-mossad\" data-post-url id=\"print-1856649\">\n<div>\n<figure><figcaption>\n<h2>President Joe Biden attends dignified transfer of U.S. troops killed in Iranian proxy attack (Getty \u200bImages)<\/h2>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>The United States takes \u2064action in response\u2064 to \u2064a deadly drone attack \u2063by Iran-backed militants in Jordan that claimed the lives of three U.S. troops and left around 40 others injured.<\/p>\n<p>U.S. forces \u2064have launched \u2064strikes against Iranian \u2064proxy forces \u200bin multiple locations,\u200c as confirmed by \u200ca U.S. military official in the\u2064 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/live\/2024\/02\/02\/world\/us-iran-strikes-middle-east-news\">New \u200cYork Times<\/a>. \u2063These strikes, which have not targeted sites \u200bwithin Iran, are believed\u200b to be the initial phase of a larger-scale operation against Iran-backed forces\u2063 in the region, as reported by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/2024\/02\/02\/politics\/us-strikes-iraq-syria\/index.html\">CNN<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The U.S. strikes were carried out shortly after President Joe Biden attended a \u200csolemn military ceremony to honor the fallen U.S.\u2062 troops, as their remains\u2063 were brought back to the United \u200bStates. Biden has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bidens-cia-pick-was-president-of-think-tank-that-took-millions-from-chinese-communist-party-tied-entities-report\/\" title=\"Biden\u2019s CIA Pick Was President Of Think Tank That Took Millions From Chinese Communist Party-Tied Entities: Report\">faced mounting pressure<\/a>, particularly from Republicans, \u2063to respond\u2063 decisively to Iran following the soldiers&#8217; deaths.<\/p>\n<p>U.S. officials have determined that the drone used in the attack was manufactured by \u2063Iran, although they have also downplayed Iran&#8217;s direct responsibility for the militants&#8217; actions, stating that \u200bIran has limited control\u2064 over its proxy groups, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.politico.com\/news\/2024\/02\/01\/iran-proxies-intel-houthis-00139099\">Politico<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As news of the United States&#8217; retaliatory strikes emerged, Senator Lindsey Graham (R., S.C.) criticized the response, deeming it insufficient.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The delay in taking action has weakened the deterrent effect,&#8221; Graham expressed to Fox News. &#8220;By not\u2062 targeting Iran&#8217;s oil infrastructure or Revolutionary Guard personnel, the message fails to be delivered.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What symbolic gestures were included in the dignified transition ceremony?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \u2064Ransition ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery<\/h2>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>On \u2062June 27, 2021, President\u2062 Joe Biden attended a dignified transition ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. The event marked an important moment in American history, as it demonstrated the peaceful transfer of power between two\u2064 administrations.\u2064 The\u2063 ceremony was a reflection of the democratic values that the United States holds dear, and it showcased the strength \u2064and stability\u2062 of the nation&#8217;s political system.<\/p>\n<p>President Biden, along with other members of his administration, delivered remarks during the ceremony. He spoke about the importance of unity and collaboration in moving the country forward, and he reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the Constitution and\u2063 serving the American people. The\u200c President&#8217;s words resonated with those in \u2064attendance,\u200b who applauded his message of hope and inclusivity.<\/p>\n<p>The dignified transition\u200d ceremony also included a \u200bpresentation of the colors,\u200b a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/exclusive-odonnell-one-hundred-years-ago-america-established-a-sacred-memorial-the-tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier\/\" title=\"Exclusive--O'Donnell: One Hundred Years Ago America Established A Sacred Memorial: The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier\">wreath-laying ceremony<\/a>, and a performance by the United States\u2063 Marine Band. These symbolic gestures served as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the men\u200d and women in our armed forces,\u2062 and they highlighted the unity and strength\u2064 of the American people.<\/p>\n<p>As President Biden stood in front of the gravesites of fallen soldiers, he paid tribute to their service and sacrifice.\u2064 He recognized their bravery and \u200dselflessness, and he\u200c expressed his gratitude for their dedication to\u2062 protecting the nation. The President&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/florida-state-head-football-coach-gives-emotional-speech-following-60-point-blowout-loss-to-georgia\/\" title=\"Florida State football coach delivers heartfelt speech after devastating 60-point loss to Georgia\">heartfelt words resonated<\/a> with those in attendance, who were reminded of the sacrifices made \u2064by the military and their families.<\/p>\n<p>The dignified transition ceremony at Arlington National\u200b Cemetery was a somber yet uplifting\u2062 event that highlighted\u2063 the resilience and perseverance of the American people. It served as a reminder of the values that unite us as a nation and the importance of upholding\u2062 those values in\u2063 times of change. The ceremony symbolized the\u200b peaceful transfer of power that has been a hallmark of American democracy and demonstrated the strength and stability of our political system.<\/p>\n<p>President Biden&#8217;s attendance at\u2062 the ceremony underscored his commitment to honoring the traditions and \u200cinstitutions that make America strong. His words and\u2062 actions during the event demonstrated his reverence for those who have served and sacrificed for \u2062the country, \u2064and his dedication \u200cto leading with empathy and respect.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the dignified\u200d transition ceremony at\u2064 Arlington National Cemetery was a powerful reminder of the values that define \u200cAmerica and the \u2064importance of \u200dupholding those values in \u200ctimes of transition. President Biden&#8217;s\u2064 presence at the event showcased his commitment to unity and collaboration, and it served as a reminder of the strength and\u200b stability of the American political\u200b system. As the nation moves forward under President Biden&#8217;s leadership, it is crucial to remember the sacrifices made by those \u200bwho came before us and to honor\u2062 their legacy.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Joe Biden attended the solemn transfer of American soldiers killed in an Iranian proxy attack. In response, the United States initiated retaliatory strikes in Iraq and Syria. 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