- Iran-aligned groups and Houthi allies targeted Saudi petroleum targets, with attacks launched from Iraq and US diplomatic talks underway.
- Tensions escalate as militias demand action against Saudi Arabia, with IRGC coordination suspected and Saudi Arabia blaming Iraq for attacks on its kingdom.
Al-Kaabi leads Iraqi militia and rejects diplomacy amid Saudi Arabia's accusations of attacking Iraq.
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Updated Sep 13
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What happened
Al-Kaabi leads Iraqi militia and rejects diplomacy amid Saudi Arabia's accusations of attacking Iraq.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Iranian-backed group leader threatens US troops in Iraq.1 source
Militia leader Al-Kaabi rejects diplomatic engagement with Saudi Arabia amid conflict accusations.1 source
Akram al-Kaabi, a militia leader, vowed a military response.1 source
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The entities involved
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Iraq
sovereign state in Western Asia
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Saudi Arabia
country in West Asia
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