Saudi Arabia, US carry out strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq

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Saudi Arabia, in coordination with US Central Command, conducted targeted airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq early Wednesday in response to recent drone attacks on Saudi territory. The Saudi Ministry of Defence stated that the strikes aimed to prevent further aggression, while an Iraqi umbrella group denied involvement and warned of retaliation.

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Riyadh says its targeted attacks were done in coordination with the US military.

Saudi Arabia, US carry out strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq

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