Iraq’s Prime Minister Targeted in Assassination Attempt

BAGHDAD—An explosive-laden drone attacked the residence of Iraqi Key Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi in Baghdad early Sunday in what Iraqi safety officers claimed was an assassination attempt, marking an escalation of tensions amongst the country’s governing administration and Iran-backed militia groups.

Mr. Kadhimi, who dealt with the nation on television soon just after the attack, claimed he wasn’t hurt. The attack adopted threats in opposition to Mr. Kadhimi from an Iran-backed militia chief, nevertheless the armed groups denied accountability and no a single straight away claimed credit history.