By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/u-s-drone-destroys-iraqi-militant-mortar-position Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter U.S. drone destroys Iraqi militant mortar position World Aug 12, 2014 10:54 AM EDT WASHINGTON — U.S. military officials say an armed American drone has attacked and destroyed a mortar position of Islamic militants in northern Iraq. The U.S. Central Command issued a brief statement saying the Tuesday morning attack targeted a mortar position that was firing on members of the Kurdish militia who were defending civilians attempting to evacuate the Sinjar area. No other details were provided. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
WASHINGTON — U.S. military officials say an armed American drone has attacked and destroyed a mortar position of Islamic militants in northern Iraq. The U.S. Central Command issued a brief statement saying the Tuesday morning attack targeted a mortar position that was firing on members of the Kurdish militia who were defending civilians attempting to evacuate the Sinjar area. No other details were provided. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now