2026-03-02: A drone launched by the Iraqi armed faction Saraya Awliya al-Dam within the Islamic Resistance in Iraq on Monday (2 March) toward Victoria Base inside Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Baghdad, was intercepted and shot down by air defenses. The group claimed responsibility and described the attack as retaliation for the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Armed clashes are possible during arrests of terror suspects. Travellers are advised to exercise high caution, to strictly avoid operations of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
