Baghdad, Jan 3 (AFP) At least eight people were killed in a rocket attack on Baghdad airport, Iraqi security sources said Friday, days after a pro-Iran mob laid siege to the American embassy.

"Three rockets hit the international airport in Baghdad," said a statement from the Iraqi military, adding that two cars exploded.

At least eight people died, added a security official who asked to remain anonymous. (AFP)

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