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US-Saudi strikes in Iraq push region into ‘uncharted territory’, analysts warn

The US and Saudi Arabia have launched airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, pushing the region into 'uncharted territory'. The strikes have drawn more countries into the fighting, with Jordan and Kuwait reporting incidents. Analysts warn of a wider war.

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The US and Saudi Arabia have publicly joined military escalations against Tehran-backed proxies in Iraq.

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  1. US-Saudi strikes in Iraq escalate conflict

    The US and Saudi Arabia have launched airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, pushing the region into 'uncharted territory'. The strikes have drawn more countries into the fighting, with Jordan and Kuwait reporting incidents. Analysts warn of a wider war.

    What's confirmed:

    • The US and Saudi Arabia have launched airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq.
    • The strikes have been aimed at diminishing Iranian military capabilities.
    • Jordan and Kuwait have reported incidents related to the conflict.
    • Analysts warn that the region is being pushed into 'uncharted territory'.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Saudi Arabia is preparing for a possible land offensive against Houthis in central Yemen.
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