Saudi Airstrikes in Iraq in Retaliation for Oil Facility Attacks

Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry announced that it has conducted airstrikes in Iraqi territory. According to the ministry's official statement, the airstrikes targeted military groups that receive support from Iran. The action was described as a direct response to recent attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure. Those attacks reportedly took place earlier this week. The ministry emphasized that the kingdom has the right to defend its facilities. The airstrikes represent the first explicit military operation by Saudi Arabia inside Iraq. The statement did not provide specific details about the locations or casualties. The development is likely to escalate tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran. It also involves the United States, which has been in an ongoing conflict with Iran. The reaction from Iraq's government is awaited.