Saudi Arabia and US Conduct Joint Strikes on Iran-Backed Groups in Iraq

Riyadh announced on Tuesday that a series of recent targeted strikes were carried out in coordination with the United States military, underscoring the ongoing collaboration between the two allies in the region. The Saudi Ministry of Defense said the operations, which focused on what it described as “terrorist infrastructure” in the conflict‑affected areas of northern Yemen, were planned jointly with U.S. Central Command to degrade the capabilities of Houthi forces that have been launching cross‑border attacks into Saudi territory.

According to the statement, the coordinated attacks involved precision airstrikes and intelligence sharing, resulting in the destruction of several missile launch sites and command facilities. U.S. officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that American assets provided targeting data and logistical support but did not disclose the extent of direct involvement. The joint effort is being presented as part of a broader strategy to stabilize the Saudi‑Yemeni border and to counter the growing missile threat, while both governments emphasized that the actions were limited to legitimate military targets and complied with international law.