Kurdish security forces in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region intercepted and shot down an explosive-laden drone near Erbil International Airport on July 3, 2025. The airport hosts US-led international anti-terrorism coalition forces. The drone was downed without causing any casualties or damage, and airport operations continued with only one flight briefly delayed. This incident marks the second drone attack near Erbil airport within two weeks, raising concerns about ongoing security threats in northern Iraq. Authorities suspect involvement of pro-Iran Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) groups, though Baghdad has denied official participation. Subsequently, on July 14, 2025, two additional drones targeted the Khurmala oilfield near Erbil. The Iraqi Kurdistan counterterrorism service confirmed the drones crashed at the oilfield, which is operated by the KAR company. No casualties or damage were reported from this attack. Security and intelligence forces in the Kurdistan region are investigating the circumstances surrounding the drone strikes. These incidents underscore heightened tensions and persistent threats to critical infrastructure and coalition forces in northern Iraq.