NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 29, 2026United States
U.S. and Saudi Arabia Launch Strikes Against Militias in Iraq Following Jordan Base Attack
The U.S. military conducted a series of strikes against Iranian-linked targets in Iraq and Iran following an Iranian missile attack on a U.S. base in Jordan. The escalation has disrupted global energy markets, causing oil prices to rise, and has complicated diplomatic efforts to de-escalate regional tensions.
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The military escalation directly impacts global energy costs and regional security, with oil prices rising 7.3% to $88.093 per barrel following the strikes.
Key Facts
- The U.S. military conducted a heavy wave of strikes against Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps targets, including command centers and missile facilities.
- U.S. and Saudi forces struck Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, resulting in at least 20 deaths among fighters and six Iranian advisers.
- Brent crude oil prices increased by 7.3% to $88.093 per barrel.
- Five Iranian missiles were intercepted and destroyed at Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti Air Base.
- Drone strikes caused fires on two natural gas vessels at the Egyptian port of Damietta.
- Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi postponed a scheduled visit to Saudi Arabia indefinitely.
- The Popular Mobilization Forces reported 32 injuries in addition to the 20 deaths among their fighters.
- Saudi Aramco's Abqaiq oil-processing facility sustained damage from drone strikes.
- Iran rejected a proposal from Oman to jointly manage ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Iraqi government officially decried the U.S.-Saudi strikes while noting they were in contact with relevant parties.
Who's Mentioned
personJD Vance“U.S. Vice President who met with the Saudi Defense Minister.”organizationPopular Mobilization Forces“Coalition of Shiite armed groups in Iraq targeted by U.S.-Saudi strikes.”organizationSaudi Aramco“Owner of the Abqaiq oil-processing facility damaged by drone strikes.”locationMuwaffaq Salti Air Base“U.S. military hub in Jordan targeted by Iranian missiles.”organizationRevolutionary Guard Corps“Iranian military organization targeted by U.S. strikes.”personKhalid bin Salman“Saudi Defense Minister who met with U.S. leadership.”personAli al-Zaidi“Iraqi Prime Minister who postponed a visit to Saudi Arabia.”personKazem Gharibabadi“Iran's deputy foreign minister.”personDonald Trump“U.S. President who vowed to hit Iran hard and met with Saudi officials.”