Archive · 29 Jul 2026
US and Saudi Arabia Strike Iran-Aligned Targets in Iraq
The US and Saudi Arabia recently conducted airstrikes on Iran-aligned militants in Iraq.
This action came after more than 30 drone attacks targeted US forces and Saudi energy sites over the past few days.
The US military also intercepted several Iranian missiles aimed at American bases.
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are ongoing regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with Oman proposing a joint management plan, but the US rejected any tolls or fees.
The situation remains tense, with both sides accusing each other of escalating the conflict.
US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes on Iran-aligned militants in Iraq.
Over 30 drone attacks targeted US forces and Saudi energy infrastructure in the last 72 hours.
US intercepted multiple Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at American forces.
Oman proposed a Gulf-backed plan to jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz, but the US rejected tolls or fees.
Regional tensions remain high with ongoing diplomatic and military actions.
- Who
- US and Saudi forces, Iran and Iran-aligned groups
- What
- Joint airstrikes on Iran-aligned targets in Iraq and interception of Iranian missiles
- When
- July 28, 2026
- Where
- Iraq, Middle East, Strait of Hormuz
- Why
- In response to drone attacks on US forces and Saudi energy infrastructure
US and Saudi Arabia
Iran and Iran-Aligned Groups
Strikes on Iran-Aligned Targets
US and Saudi Arabia
The US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes on Iran-aligned militants in Iraq in response to drone attacks on US forces and Saudi energy infrastructure.
Iran and Iran-Aligned Groups
Iran and its aligned groups claim the strikes are unjustified and escalate regional tensions.
Missile Interception
US and Saudi Arabia
The US intercepted multiple Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at American forces in the Middle East.
Iran and Iran-Aligned Groups
Iran denies launching missiles and accuses the US of false claims to justify military actions.
- Date of Strikes
- July 28, 2026
- Targets
- Iran-aligned militants in Iraq
- Number of Drone Attacks
- Over 30 in the last 72 hours
- Missile Interception
- Multiple Iranian ballistic missiles intercepted
- US Base Targeted
- US base in Jordan
- Strait of Hormuz Proposal
- Oman's Gulf-backed proposal for joint management
- US Response to Proposal
- Rejected any arrangement involving tolls or transit fees
Sources
US, Saudi launch strikes after Iranian missile attack: Latest updates in West Asia crisis
US, Saudi Arabia Launch Joint Precision Strikes in Iraq Targeting 'Iran-Aligned Terrorists'
US, Saudi Forces Strike Iran-Backed Militants in Iraq After Fresh Attacks
US military says US, Saudi forces struck sites of Iran-backed groups in Iraq
US, Saudi forces strike Iran-backed sites in Iraq
US-Iran war live updates: US, Saudi strike Iran-backed groups in Iraq as Tehran launches missiles at US bases
US-Iran war LIVE: US and Saudi Arabia launch joint strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq
Major Gulf fighting restarts as US and Saudi strike Iran’s allies in Iraq
Saudi Arabia says it struck Iran-backed groups in Iraq with U.S. coordination
US-Saudi jets hit Iran-backed sites in Iraq after 30-drone barrage
