US and Saudi Arabia Conduct Coordinated Attacks on Iraqi Militias

U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed on Fox News that Washington and Saudi Arabia had coordinated airstrikes against Iran‑backed Iraqi militias, with the Iraqi government’s approval. The strikes, aimed at curbing the militias’ influence in the region, were carried out in close cooperation with the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salmane, according to Trump’s statements.

Iraq has condemned the attacks, describing them as a “blatant violation” of its sovereignty. The Iraqi prime minister subsequently cancelled a scheduled meeting with the Saudi prince, citing the incident as a breach of diplomatic trust. The episode comes amid ongoing U.S. efforts to curb Iranian influence in Iraq and the broader Middle East, as the United States seeks to limit the spread of the Iran‑Iraq conflict.

The incident underscores the fragile nature of U.S.–Saudi–Iraqi relations and the challenges the United States faces in balancing its strategic objectives with the need to respect Iraqi sovereignty. Analysts note that the fallout could complicate future cooperation on counter‑terrorism and regional security initiatives.