Iraqi Policeman Killed, Four Wounded in Suspected Islamic State Attack Near Kirkuk

An Iraqi policeman was killed and four others were wounded on Monday when gunmen attacked a Federal Police position southwest of Kirkuk, according to two security sources.

The attackers were believed to be members of Islamic State. Their affiliation was not confirmed in the information provided by the sources.

The attack targeted a police position outside the oil-rich city. The available account did not specify the weapons used or describe how the assault unfolded.

No further details were provided about the condition of the wounded officers or the fate of the attackers.