Iran-backed militias

Saudi Arabia joined the United States in launching air strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq for the first time, signaling a significant shift in its regional strategy. The kingdom claims the action was in self-defense, but the move raises questions about its evolving stance toward Iran.

The US-Iran conflict has escalated as Saudi Arabia joins military actions against Iranian-backed proxies, while diplomatic efforts remain stalled. Recent strikes by both sides, including Iran's ballistic missile attack on a U.S. base in Jordan and U.S.-Saudi strikes in Iraq, heighten regional tensions and risks of further war expansion.

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia conducted strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq following attacks. The conflict has drawn Saudi Arabia into the broader Mideast tensions between the U.S. and Iran.

Zaidi canceled a trip to Riyadh following US and Saudi strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The move is seen as a setback for Baghdad's efforts to strengthen relations with Gulf Arab states.

American and Saudi forces launched precision strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq. Tehran fired ballistic missiles toward American forces, which U.S. commanders described as an attempted surprise attack.

American and Saudi forces conducted precision strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq. Tehran launched ballistic missiles toward American forces, which U.S. commanders described as an attempted surprise attack.

Oil prices increased following a joint attack by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia on Iran-backed militias in Iraq, driven by the risk of escalating conflict. West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude contracts rose on Wednesday.

The U.S. military intercepted Iranian missile attacks and coordinated strikes with Saudi Arabia against Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The actions followed recent escalations around the Strait of Hormuz and a period of calm between the U.S. and Iran.

The U.S. military intercepted Iranian missiles targeting American forces and conducted joint strikes with Saudi Arabia against Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The actions followed recent escalations near the Strait of Hormuz and a House resolution opposing military action in Iran.

The US military intercepted an Iranian missile attack and conducted strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq, ending a brief pause in fighting. The conflict, linked to the strategic Strait of Hormuz, has led to political pressures on President Trump and rising concerns over oil supply disruptions.

The US military intercepted multiple Iranian ballistic missiles targeting American forces in the Middle East, ending a brief pause in hostilities. The conflict involves disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and recent attacks by Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Yemen.

Saudi Arabia reported shooting down drones launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq for the second consecutive day. Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed to have forced a Saudi oil tanker to turn back as part of their alleged blockade of Saudi Arabia, despite a recent period of calm between the U.S. and Iran.

Saudi Arabia intercepted drones launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq, while Houthi rebels claimed forcing a Saudi oil tanker to turn back as part of a blockade. Tensions persist despite a temporary pause in U.S.-Iran clashes over the Strait of Hormuz.

Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq for the second consecutive day. The Houthis claimed to have repelled a tanker, though this detail is not elaborated in the content.

The US military intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles targeting American forces in the Middle East, ending a period of calm aimed at negotiating a ceasefire. Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed groups are involved in ongoing conflicts over shipping routes, with attacks on oil tankers and drone strikes.

Saudi Arabia intercepted drones from Iran-backed militias in Iraq targeting oil facilities and Riyadh, while Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed separate attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure. The incidents occurred despite a recent lull in U.S.-Iran tensions.

Saudi Arabia intercepted drones fired by Iran-backed militias in Iraq, according to the Associated Press. The incident involved the downing of unmanned aerial vehicles by Saudi defensive forces.

The US troop withdrawal from Iraq is scheduled for September 30 and is connected to the disarmament of influential, Iran-backed militias in the country.

President Donald Trump praised Iraq's new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi for their 'tremendous chemistry' during a White House meeting, emphasizing their shared business backgrounds and political alignment. Al-Zaidi, a consensus candidate emerging after months of Iraqi political deadlock, focused on announcing an economic partnership with the U.S. and addressing the disarmament of Iran-backed militias by September 30.

President Trump met with Iraq's new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi at the White House, having previously supported his candidacy over Nouri al-Maliki due to concerns about ties to Iran. The meeting focused on Iraq's efforts to disarm Iran-backed militias and Trump's influence in the political transition.

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett will testify before Congress to address security funding amid threats against the judiciary. U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, who faces pressure to disarm Iran-backed militias. The U.S. has launched military strikes against Iran and plans to resume a naval blockade, while subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists over Air Force One security reports have drawn criticism.

President Donald Trump is welcoming Iraq's new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to the White House, following Trump's public support for his candidacy. The meeting focuses on U.S. pressure for Iraq to disarm Iran-backed militias, which have resisted disbanding despite government deadlines. Al-Zaidi, a businessman with no political background, previously led a bank banned by Iraq’s central bank under U.S. pressure for financial violations.

Two of Iraq’s most powerful Iran-backed militias say they will start handing in their weapons to authorities. The militias are described as powerful and aligned with Iran.

The US government has urged defense contractor V2X to evacuate its employees from Kuwait and Iraq due to threats from Iran-backed militias. Employees at US military bases and Iraqi locations report inadequate protection, limited communication, and a March drone attack that killed one worker.