The story: Kurdish security forces have been targeted in a rare drone strike in northern Iraq. A Peshmerga base in an area that is home to the headquarters of the ruling Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) was hit. While no one has claimed responsibility, the attack follows months of operations against US forces in Iraq and Syria by a new entity known as the “Islamic Resistance in Iraq.” The incident also notably comes amid increased political tensions between Erbil and Baghdad—sparking sharp reactions.

The coverage: Two attack drones hit a Peshmerga base in Pirmam on the night of Dec. 30, 2023, according to...