Saudi Arabia and US strike pro-Iranian militias in Iraq after oil facility attacks

Saudi Arabia and the United States have launched joint airstrikes against pro-Iranian militias in eastern Iraq following recent drone attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure.

According to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), military forces also successfully intercepted several ballistic missiles launched by Iran targeting American bases in the region. The escalation comes amid rising tensions across the Middle East, triggering immediate market reactions as global oil prices surged by 5%.

The strikes represent a coordinated response aimed at neutralizing security threats posed by armed groups in the area. Authorities have not yet confirmed the total casualties resulting from the joint operation, while security measures around critical energy infrastructure have been heightened.

Sources: Phileleftheros