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US and Saudi Arabia strike ‘Iran-aligned’ groups in Iraq

US and Saudi Arabia strike ‘Iran-aligned’ groups in Iraq

Summary

The United States and Saudi Arabia carried out air strikes in Iraq targeting groups linked to Iran. These strikes came after drone attacks on US forces and Saudi oil facilities, and at least 20 members of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces were reported killed.

Key Facts

  • The US and Saudi Arabia launched joint air strikes in Iraq.
  • The strikes targeted groups connected to Iran.
  • The action followed drone attacks on US forces in the region.
  • Saudi oil facilities were also attacked by drones before the strikes.
  • Saudi Arabia described the strikes as an act of self-defense.
  • Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces said at least 20 of their members died in the strikes.
  • The strikes show cooperation between the US and Saudi Arabia against Iran-linked threats.
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