Sirens sounded at the US consulate in Erbil and flights were diverted from the airport in the city on Tuesday evening, according to initial reports shared on social media.
Video shows sirens ring out at #US consulate in Ankawa, #Erbil.The consulate located near to Erbil military base and Airport. pic.twitter.com/3bh2tUSxqU
— Blesa Shaways (@Bilesa_Shaweys) December 7, 2021
The reason for the sirens and diverted flights is still unclear.
This is a developing story.