- U.S. and Saudi warplanes conducted strikes on July 28 against Iran-backed militants in Iraq who had launched over two dozen drone attacks recently.
- The strikes targeted Iran-aligned terrorists that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) directed to attack U.S. forces and Saudi energy infrastructure, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
U.S. and Saudi military forces conducted precision strikes on July 28, 2026, targeting Iran-backed militia sites in Iraq. This action was a response to over two dozen drone attacks aimed at Saudi energy infrastructure, which were attributed to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).34
The U.S. military reported that the attacks against its forces were unsuccessful, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by these militias. “The Revolutionary Guard and its terrorist proxies must cease these attacks to avoid further US military response,” a military spokesperson stated.
Saudi Arabia confirmed that it had intercepted drones launched by these militias, which attempted to strike petroleum facilities in the eastern region of the country. The coordinated military action underscores the escalating tensions in the region and the commitment of U.S. and Saudi forces to protect their interests against Iranian aggression.
The strikes were part of a broader strategy to deter further attacks and ensure the security of critical infrastructure in both nations. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) emphasized the importance of these operations in maintaining regional stability and safeguarding energy resources.
“The U.S. military reported that the strikes were in response to over two dozen drone attacks launched by Iran-backed militias in recent days. U.S. Central Command emphasized that the Revolutionary Guard and its proxies must cease these attacks to avoid further military responses.”
