US-Saudi Strikes on Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq
Joint U.S.-Saudi airstrikes targeted Iran-backed militias inside Iraq, prompting revenge threats and a government deadline. Iraq warns militias against attacking Jordan, and the PM orders emergency security measures. The U.S. troop withdrawal from Kurdistan raises fears of increased violence. Drone threats continue to disrupt energy infrastructure. This is a major escalation in regional tensions directly affecting Iraq's sovereignty and stability.
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Updated Aug 2, 2026