Trump Backs Away From Further Conflict After Iran Hits U.S. Troops

Attack was in retaliation for the American killing of its top General in Iraq

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iranian missile strikes on bases in Iraq had not harmed any U.S. troops stationed there and damage was minimal, an outcome he said showed Tehran wanted to prevent an escalation into conflict.

Iranian forces fired missiles at military bases housing U.S. troops in Iraq early on Wednesday, saying it was in retaliation for the killing in a U.S. drone strike of powerful Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani on January 3.

“All of our soldiers are safe and only minimal damage was sustained at our military bases,” Mr. Trump said. “Iran appears to be standing down, which is a good thing for all parties concerned and a very good thing for the world.”