General · 18 May 2026
Hidden Israeli base in Iraq: A shepherd's fatal discovery
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People in western Iraq faced rising security fears after reports claimed Israeli forces ran hidden desert sites linked to operations against Iran. The Independent said two covert bases were built before the conflict, with one reportedly found by a shepherd who was later killed. Reports cited Iraqi and regional officials, while earlier accounts said one location supported air missions and rescue teams for downed pilots.
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