Saudi Arabia, US Carry Out Strikes on Iran-Backed Groups in Iraq
- U.S. Central Command and Saudi Arabian forces launched joint precision strikes against Iranian-aligned group sites across eastern Iraq.
- The combined air operation responded to over 30 drone attacks launched over the previous 72 hours targeting U.S. military positions and Saudi oil infrastructure.
- Iraqi paramilitary officials reported at least 20 fighters killed and dozens more wounded after strikes hit Popular Mobilization Forces command centers and logistics facilities.
- The action shattered a brief multi-day lull in regional hostilities, coinciding with Iranian ballistic missile launches at U.S. installations in Jordan and new maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Global crude oil prices spiked over 3% following the military escalation, reversing a brief decline as energy market concerns resurfaced over Middle East supply routes.
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Violent and claimed attack of Riad against the pro-Iranian militias in Iraq in reaction to the harsh assaults on its oil system. The rift is between Iran and allies on the one hand, Sunni Arab front on the other (with the US). Anghelon (Observatorio sul Mediterraneo): "The Arabia thinks it is time to affirm its leadership." An obvious risk: the escalation
US, Gulf Allies Launch Strikes On Iranian Proxies Following 'Surprise' Attack On US Base
The United States and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday evening conducted joint precision airstrikes targeting Iran-backed militias in Eastern Iraq. The strikes follow a “surprise” missile attack on a U.S. base in Jordan earlier in the day. According to a statement from U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), U.S. and Saudi fighter aircraft struck multiple logistics and weapons sites. CENTCOM described the targets as belonging to Iran-aligned groups that the Isla…
In the Middle East, the risk of regional burning seems to be closer and closer. ...
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