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Part of Drone attacks are underway targeting Saudi petroleum facilities, northern Iraq, and targets in Jordan.

How could drone attacks originating from Iraqi territory affect Baghdad?

Likely What happens if… A possibility worth considering, not a forecast.

Baghdad must manage a security crisis and conduct investigations following drone attacks. The allegations that drones launched from Iraqi territory targeted Saudi Arabia's oil facilities have forced the government in Baghdad to initiate a major security and diplomatic response. This response includes ordering urgent investigations into the parties responsible for the attacks and implementing internal security measures, such as dismissing military commanders in Missan province. Furthermore, the Iraqi government has taken concrete steps to prevent future incidents, including closing three border crossings with Iran and publicly reaffirming its commitment not to allow its territory to be used as a launchpad for aggression against neighboring countries.

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How it reaches Baghdad

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The facts so far

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  • Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down its East-West Pipeline after it was targeted in several drone attacks in the Riyadh and Madinah regions.arabnews.com
  • Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi dismissed the military commander in Missan province after authorities determined that the drones had been launched from there.vanguardngr.com, dailypost.ng
  • Iraq closed three border crossings with Iran, including Shalamsheh in Basra province and al-Shib in Missan.vanguardngr.com
  • The Iraqi government vowed not to allow its territory to be used as a launchpad for attacks against Saudi Arabia.middle-east-online.com, thepeninsulaqatar.com, sana.sy

Why it matters

The crisis places significant pressure on the Iraqi government to demonstrate control over armed groups operating within its borders. The government must balance its commitment to regional security and good-neighborly relations with the need to enforce the law against factions that may be using Iraqi territory for attacks against neighboring states.

This incident occurs amid broader regional instability, including the ongoing disruptions to Saudi Arabia's oil export infrastructure and the presence of US and Saudi strikes against Iran-backed militants in Iraqi provinces.

What we don't know yet

  • Will the government's investigations lead to the successful prosecution of those responsible for the attacks?
  • Will the diplomatic assurances from Baghdad translate into effective prevention of future operations?

Is this still moving?

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What would change this answer

The investigation successfully identifies and arrests the perpetrators of the attacks.The political crisis in Baghdad would likely ease, allowing the government to restore confidence with Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia decides to take military measures despite Iraq's assurances.The diplomatic efforts by Baghdad would be undermined, potentially leading to a severe deterioration of relations with Riyadh.

Who else could feel it

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