In a recent development, the White House has issued an apology for providing inaccurate information about the notification process preceding major U.S. airstrikes against Iranian-backed militias in Iraq last week.
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby initially stated on Friday that the United States had notified the Iraqi government ahead of the airstrikes targeting Iranian-backed militias. However, the White House has now admitted to the error, with Kirby acknowledging that the information provided was incorrect.
The apology comes after the State Department revealed that Iraq was informed about the airstrikes immediately after they occurred, rather than before, as initially claimed. This correction has prompted the White House to address the misinformation and express regret for the confusion caused by the inaccurate statements.
Kirby clarified that his earlier assertion was based on information provided to him during the early hours of the strike, which was later found to be inconsistent with the actual sequence of events. The U.S. airstrikes in Iraq were conducted in response to an attack in Jordan that resulted in the deaths of three American soldiers.
The incident highlights the importance of accurate communication, especially in matters involving international relations and military actions. The White House’s apology aims to rectify the miscommunication and reinforce the commitment to transparent and truthful disclosure of information to the public and international partners.
