Iraqi Armed Groups Condemn US-Saudi Strikes

Iraqi Armed Groups Condemn US-Saudi Strikes

Iraqi armed groups have condemned the 'dangerous escalation' of US-Saudi strikes on their sites across the country. The strikes, which were carried out in coordination with the US military, killed at least 20 members of the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) and wounded 32. The PMF has accused Saudi Arabia and the US of targeting its sites in a bid to weaken its influence in Iraq. The strikes are the latest in a series of escalating tensions between the US, Saudi Arabia, and Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes targeted Iran-backed militias in Iraq responsible for attacks on American troops and Saudi interests. The strikes have been widely condemned by Iraqi politicians and armed groups, who have accused the US and Saudi Arabia of violating Iraq's sovereignty. The situation in Iraq remains volatile, with fears of further escalation in the coming days.