In a recent attack near the Syria-Jordan border, three US soldiers lost their lives, with 34 others sustaining injuries. This tragic incident adds to the toll of over 150 attacks on US bases in the region since October 7. The responsibility for these attacks was claimed by the Islamic Resistance Forces in Iraq, part of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), which has been targeting US bases in solidarity with the Palestinian resistance against Israeli actions in Gaza.
The Hashd al-Shaabi or PMF, a component of the "Axis of Resistance" against US imperialism, holds the US accountable for the Palestinian casualties, accusing it of providing military and diplomatic support to Israel's war machine. With over 26,500 Palestinians killed and 65,000 wounded due to indiscriminate Israeli bombings and land offensives, anti-US sentiment in the region has intensified.
The PMF demands an end to US support for Israel in Gaza and the withdrawal of all US troops from the region. In response to attacks, the US has retaliated, resulting in casualties among PMF members. President Joe Biden, while attributing the recent attack to Iran-backed militant groups, faces challenges as Jordan initially denied the attack within its borders. Speculations arise about the legality of US troop presence, with bases in Jordan having the regime's consent while those in Syria are deemed illegal.
Biden vows retaliation, emphasizing gathering facts, but Iran denies any involvement, characterizing the attacks as part of the ongoing conflict between the US army and regional resistance groups. Iran calls on the US to cease supporting Israeli attacks on Palestinians and respect the sovereignty of countries like Syria, Iraq, and Yemen. This incident underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics, with anti-US sentiment fueled by its perceived alignment with Israeli actions and the broader ramifications of its military presence in the region.