US Ambassador to Baghdad Alina Romanowski confirmed the United States' rejection of any targeting of the supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Imam Sayyed Ali al-Sistani. Romanowski said in a tweet that "Mr. Sistani is a prominent religious figure who is respected by the international community" and is a decisive and influential voice in maintaining peace in the region. She explained that the United States will continue to support efforts aimed at promoting peace in the region. Source: National Iraqi News Agency
Syria: The sound of explosions in Deir Ezzor is caused by US artillery shelling of the Conoco gas field
September 4, 2026
Syrian sources announced that the sound of explosions in Deir Ezzor is caused by US artillery shelling of the Conoco gas field towards the positions of militants in the area.
Source: National Iraqi News Agency