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Iraq dismisses military commander after probe links drone attacks on Saudi Arabia to its soil
Al-Monitor·IQ · SA·about 20 hours ago
Iraqi PM's office confirmed a military commander was removed after investigations linked drone attacks on Saudi Arabia to launches from Iraqi territory. This marks a direct accountability measure, signaling Baghdad's effort to curb Iranian-aligned militia activity that threatens regional stability. The move may ease Saudi-Iraqi tensions but risks domestic backlash from pro-Iran factions.
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