Baghdad: (RightNow). The US Central Command has announced a joint operation targeting Iran-backed groups in Iraq. Iranian media claims that US and Saudi Arabia targeted Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) bases.

The Popular Mobilization Forces have issued a statement confirming that 20 individuals were killed in attacks on their bases in northern Iraq. These attacks were part of a US and Saudi coalition operation.

The Iraqi government has not yet officially responded to the attacks that occurred on Wednesday morning. Baghdad had announced an investigation into Saudi Arabia’s allegations of drone attacks on Saudi installations from Iraqi soil.

These attacks highlight the significance of international operations against Iran-backed groups in Iraq. The global impact could further complicate the regional situation.

It is noteworthy that the Popular Mobilization Forces are part of Iran-backed Shia militias involved in actions against US and Saudi interests in Iraq.