Airstrikes target Iran-backed PMF near Iraqi-Syria border

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Airstrikes targeted Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in Iraqi-Syria border on Friday morning, Sputnik reported citing Arabic-language outlet Al Mayadeen.
According to some reports, two F-351s fighter aircraft belonging to Israeli Air Force struck trucks and individuals near the border.
Popular Mobilization Forces, also known as Hashd al-Shaabi, has been designated as terrorist organisation by the United States.
Further details are awaited.
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First Published: Jan 10 2020 | 6:24 AM IST