US and Saudi forces launched airstrikes against sites used by Iran-backed militias in Iraq, according to the US military. The attacks targeted groups responsible for multiple drone strikes in the region. The operation comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and its regional rivals.
The US military confirmed that the strikes were in response to more than two dozen drone attacks attributed to Iran-backed militants. The operation involved both American and Saudi forces, highlighting a coordinated effort against groups linked to Iran. The strikes were carried out in Iraq, where such militias have been active in recent weeks.
Sources indicate that the attacks were part of a broader strategy to disrupt Iran’s influence in the region. Saudi Arabia also intercepted drones in the area, according to reports. Meanwhile, Iran has warned of any action that could threaten its control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The US and Saudi actions reflect the ongoing military and political tensions in the Middle East, with Iran remaining a key player in regional conflicts. (thehindu.com)
