Saudi Arabia, US Carry Out Strikes on Iran-Backed Groups in Iraq
The strikes targeted militia logistics and weapons sites after more than 30 drone attacks in 72 hours, CENTCOM said.
- 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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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…
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