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Iraq Slams US-Saudi Strikes as Sovereignty Violation, Dents PMF Probe Hopes

इराक ने पीएमएफ जांच बाधित करने वाले अमेरिकी-सऊदी हमलों की निंदा की, संप्रभुता के उल्लंघन का आरोप

इराकने पीएमएफ चौकशी थांबवणाऱ्या यूएस-सौदी हल्ल्यांचा निषेध केला, सार्वभौमत्वाचे उल्लंघन

ইরাক PMF তদন্তে বাধা সৃষ্টিকারী মার্কিন-সৌদি হামলার নিন্দা করেছে, সার্বভৌমত্বের লঙ্ঘনের অভিযোগ

ஈராக் PMF விசாரணையைத் தடுக்கும் அமெரிக்க-சவுதி தாக்குதல்களைக் கண்டிக்கிறது, இறையாண்மை மீறல் குற்றச்சாட்டு

PMF దర్యాప్తును అడ్డుకున్న US-సౌదీ దాడులను ఖండించిన ఇరాక్, సార్వభౌమాధికారం ఉల్లంఘన ఆరోపణ

ઇરાકે PMF તપાસમાં અવરોધ ઊભો કરનારા US-સાઉદી હુમલાઓની નિંદા કરી, સાર્વભૌમત્વના ભંગનો આરોપ

ਇਰਾਕ ਨੇ ਪੀਐਮਐਫ ਜਾਂਚ ਵਿੱਚ ਰੁਕਾਵਟ ਪਾਉਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਅਮਰੀਕੀ-ਸਾਊਦੀ ਹਮਲਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਨਿੰਦਾ ਕੀਤੀ, ਖੁਦਮੁਖਤਿਆਰੀ ਦੀ ਉਲੰਘਣਾ ਦਾ ਦੋਸ਼

By AI News Desk 🕐 30 July 2026, 03:55 AM 🌍 World
Iraq Fury: US-Saudi Strikes Hinder PMF Probe

The Iraqi army has issued a strong condemnation, asserting that recent US-Saudi attacks have severely impeded its ongoing investigation into the overnight strikes targeting the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF). This development underscores the delicate balance of power and alliances in the Middle East.

Iraq's presidency has unequivocally denounced the attacks, branding them a "blatant violation of the country's sovereignty." This official stance highlights Baghdad's growing frustration with external military actions on its soil. The PMF, a state-sponsored umbrella organization predominantly composed of Shia militias, reported devastating casualties, with at least 20 members confirmed dead in the overnight assault. This loss of life further fuels anti-foreign sentiment within Iraq.

The incident brings to the forefront the complex role of the PMF, crucial in the fight against ISIS but also a point of contention due to alleged ties with Iran and perceived influence on Iraqi politics. The Iraqi government often finds itself in a precarious position, balancing relationships with both Western allies and regional powers.

Sovereignty Violated, Crucial Probe Halted

The claim that the strikes have hindered an investigation adds another layer of complexity. An impartial inquiry into the overnight strikes is vital for transparency and accountability, especially given the tragic loss of life. By allegedly obstructing this process, the actions risk exacerbating mistrust and prolonging cycles of retaliation, further destabilizing an already fragile nation. This interference with internal probes poses a significant challenge to Iraq's self-governance and legal processes.

Al Jazeera’s Jack Hewson, reporting from Baghdad, underscores the gravity of the situation. These are not isolated incidents but part of a broader pattern of escalating tensions involving various state and non-state actors across the Middle East. The alleged involvement of US and Saudi forces points to a deepening proxy conflict that frequently spills into direct confrontation, with Iraq often bearing the brunt of the consequences.

The international community will be closely watching Baghdad's next steps. Will Iraq formally challenge these actions globally, and how will this impact security cooperation and diplomatic relations? The unfolding events serve as a stark reminder of the persistent challenges to Iraq's sovereignty and the urgent need for de-escalation in a region perpetually on the brink.

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