Mortar attack hits parts of Baghdad in early hours, no group claims responsibility

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Armed sources reported early Wednesday that several parts of Baghdad were struck by mortar fire, prompting security forces to go on alert. Explosions were reported across different areas of the capital, with no official claim of responsibility from any group. Teams dispatched to the impact sites have begun damage assessment work, according to the same sources. Security forces affiliated with the Baghdad Operations Command have collected munitions fragments from multiple locations for examination. Defense sources said a military assessment was issued following the overnight barrage. Officials said an investigation into the origin of the attack has been launched based on the fragment analysis, while security measures in the affected areas have been raised. No further details were immediately available on casualties or the extent of damage.