US-Saudi strikes in Iraq have pushed the region into ‘uncharted territory’, analysts warn
Summary
The US and Saudi Arabia conducted air strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and heightening tensions in the region. Iran responded by launching missiles at US bases in Jordan, marking a large escalation in conflict after a recent pause, as Iraq condemned the attacks as violations of its sovereignty.Key Facts
- The US and Saudi strikes targeted Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) sites in Iraq.
- At least 20 fighters were killed in these strikes.
- Iran launched missile attacks on US military sites in Jordan in retaliation.
- President Donald Trump said the US would respond strongly to Iran and claimed coordination with the Iraqi government, despite Baghdad’s opposition.
- The Iraqi presidency called the air raids a clear violation of Iraq’s sovereignty and targeting of official institutions.
- Iraq’s Prime Minister cancelled a meeting with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince following the strikes.
- The PMF is a group of mostly Shia militias formed in 2014 to fight ISIS and backed by Iran.
- Saudi Arabia’s open involvement in strikes against Iranian allies marks a new phase in the regional conflict, which has been growing more chaotic.
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