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Three drones were intercepted over Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, highlighting Baghdad's ongoing efforts to control armed groups and rein in Iran-backed militias.
Saudi Arabia has for the first time joined the United States in launching air strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, marking a significant shift in the kingdom's regional posture after months of restraint.
Saudi Arabia has entered the conflict between the U.S. and Iran by participating in airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces militias in Iraq. This development comes amidst broader tensions, including discussions of Houthi fees for Red Sea shipping and new U.S. sanctions on Iran-linked tankers.
Yemen's foreign minister stated that Houthi rebels are attempting to replicate Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz in the Red Sea, following recent drone attacks claimed by the Houthis on Saudi Arabian oil facilities. The internationally recognized Yemeni government has declared its readiness for any escalation with the Houthis.
Amid US pressure, Iran-backed militias in Iraq are reportedly beginning procedures to disengage from the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and potentially hand over their weapons to the government.
Iran has tightened its control over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, stating it will not fully reopen the critical waterway while a US blockade remains in effect. This stance comes amidst ongoing US-Iran tensions, with experts warning of challenging months ahead as both sides test each other.
The United States has condemned a drone attack targeting the home of a Kurdish leader in Iraq, with a spokesperson accusing Iran and Iran-backed militias of being responsible for the assault.
The Iraqi Council of Ministers has condemned an Iranian missile strike in northern Iraq that killed five Peshmerga fighters and wounded 19, as attacks on the Kurdistan Region intensify.
A drone strike has caused a fire and halted operations at a refinery in Irbil, Iraq, adding to regional instability.
Iraq emerges as key front in new and often clandestine confrontation after launching dozens of attacks Iran-backed militias around the Middle East are intensifying attacks against Israel, the US and…
Iraq is reportedly seeking stronger ties with Saudi Arabia and Syria as it faces increasing pressure to rein in Iran-backed militias within its borders. These militias have previously threatened US forces and Israel, and have been involved in attacks in northern Iraq.
Saudi Arabia has reportedly joined the United States in conducting strikes against Iran-backed militias operating within Iraq.
The United States and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, reportedly killing at least 20 people. This action followed an Iranian rocket attack, marking a new escalation in Middle East tensions.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Gulf leaders in Bahrain and Kuwait, reassuring them of the US commitment to regional security and stability amidst ongoing doubts about the Iran nuclear deal. Rubio also indicated that technical consultations between the US and Iran would resume, emphasizing that the US would not undermine Gulf security.
A drone attack on the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, reportedly originating from Iraq, has heightened regional escalation fears. Analysts suggest it was a 'warning shot' from Iran-backed militias to the Gulf states if peace talks fail.
The US government and Pentagon have announced the abolition of mandatory flu vaccination for soldiers. This decision reverses a previous policy requiring service members to receive the influenza vaccine.
President Trump has publicly reiterated his threat that 'Cuba is next' for US military action while speaking at a Saudi investment conference, as US-Cuba tensions continue to rise due to restricted oil shipments, prompting Cuba to seek the Vatican's help, amidst the island's latest internal crisis.
The conflict in Iran continues to escalate, with Iran-backed militias reportedly planning an attack on a Baghdad airbase. This comes amidst Iran issuing evacuation warnings for several oil facilities across Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, indicating they will be targets, and severe disruptions to air travel in the Middle East.
Iran is also targeting Kurdish opposition groups in the Kurdistan Region of northern Iraq.
The Iraqi Prime Minister is attempting to disarm Iran-backed militias, a move complicated by decades of Iranian policy aimed at cultivating armed proxies in the region.
A hidden war against Tehran-backed groups has come to light in Iraq, with Saudi forces reportedly joining the US to counter these militias in the Gulf region.
The United States and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes against Iran-aligned groups in Iraq, with reports indicating multiple casualties. This action comes amidst ongoing tensions and concerns that Iran is attempting to derail ceasefire talks.
Iraq's new leadership is pushing for a state monopoly on weapons as part of ongoing reforms, raising questions about Baghdad's ability to control powerful Iran-backed militias.
Iraq's Prime Minister-designate is reportedly caught between US demands to exclude Iran-backed militias from his government and potential violence from those groups if he complies.
The United States has reportedly blocked Iraq's dollar shipments, aiming to exert pressure on Iran-backed militias operating within the country. This move is part of a broader strategy to curb the influence of these groups.
US airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq are reportedly continuing, with a recent attack on a military site in Anbar killing seven soldiers and wounding 13. Iraq's Prime Minister al-Sudani has threatened confrontation and response, calling the attacks violations of Iraqi sovereignty.
Iran-backed militias have attacked Baghdad airport and a nearby prison holding thousands of ISIS supporters, including three Swiss nationals, prompting a warning from Iraq's Ministry of Justice.
A rifle-wielding man, identified as a Lebanese immigrant who lost relatives in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, attacked a Detroit-area synagogue and was killed in a shootout. Police operations were underway following the gunfire exchange.