The United States Department of State has announced a reward of up to $3 million for information regarding attacks on its diplomatic facilities in Iraq. This initiative is part of the Reward for Justice program, aimed at gathering intelligence on threats to US interests abroad.
The reward follows a series of assaults on the US Embassy in Baghdad, the US Consulate in Erbil, and the Baghdad Diplomatic Support Center, which have faced repeated attacks since the onset of military operations involving the US and Israel against Iran.
“If you have information about Iran-linked militias or individuals responsible for these attacks, please send us your details today. Your information may qualify you for relocation and a reward,” the announcement stated.
Previously, the Reward for Justice program had offered up to $10 million for information on key leaders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), who are believed to orchestrate terrorist operations worldwide.
In a related context, on February 28, Israel conducted an airstrike on Tehran, prompting a statement from US President Donald Trump, who described the initiation of a significant military operation against Iran aimed at neutralizing perceived threats from the Iranian regime. He accused Iran of funding and training militants in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and Palestine.
The IRGC has claimed responsibility for launching missiles and drones towards Israel, as well as attacking US military bases in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
In response to the escalating military actions, French President Emmanuel Macron called for an urgent meeting of the United Nations Security Council. The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring regional security and stability in the Middle East.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed support for giving Iranians a chance to rid themselves of what he termed a “terrorist regime” and to ensure safety for all nations affected by attacks from Iran.
On the same day, Trump announced the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a claim later confirmed by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). Following this, the IRGC declared the commencement of what it termed the “most destructive offensive operation in the history of the Islamic Republic” against Israel and US military bases.
On March 1, Trump warned Iran against pursuing its military plans, threatening a strong response. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that the next phase of US military operations would be even more devastating.
On March 6, Trump called for a complete change in Iran’s leadership, suggesting he had potential candidates for a “good leader.” On March 8, the Iranian Assembly of Experts elected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the deceased Supreme Leader, as the third Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic.
Trump declined to comment on this election, stating only, “We will see what happens.” He had previously asserted that the new Iranian leader would not last long without the approval of the White House.
On March 26, Trump announced a temporary halt to the destruction of Iranian energy facilities until April 6, attributing this decision to a request from the Iranian government, with ongoing negotiations.
The US Department of State has offered a reward for information on attacks against its diplomatic facilities in Iraq, coinciding with escalating military tensions involving Iran. This initiative follows a series of assaults on US embassies and reflects ongoing concerns regarding regional security and the influence of Iranian-linked militias.