The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense stated that recent attacks were perpetrated by groups described as “Iran-backed terrorist groups” operating within Iraqi territory. Speaking on the matter, Saudi Arabian press secretary Turki al-Maliki emphasized that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia maintains the inherent right to defend its interests and assets. Furthermore, the ministry asserted that Saudi Arabia reserves the right to respond when deemed appropriate in time and place.
As of the latest reports, the ministry has not released detailed information regarding potential casualties or the extent of any damage. No Iraqi faction has yet claimed responsibility for the incidents, and the government in Baghdad has not issued a public comment regarding the attacks. In a separate statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh condemned the violence and called upon the Iraqi government to implement all necessary measures.
Riyadh urged Baghdad to take action to prevent Iraqi soil from being utilized as a launching point for further hostile operations. The official communications highlight a concern over regional stability and the use of Iraqi territory for hostile activities. The statements underscore a commitment from Saudi Arabia to its security posture while appealing to the Iraqi authorities for decisive preventative action against external threats.
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