The tensions between the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Iranian-backed militias in Iraq entered a new phase after joint US-Saudi airstrikes targeted Popular Mobilization Forces (

The tensions between the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Iranian-backed militias in Iraq entered a new phase after joint US-Saudi airstrikes targeted Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) facilities across Iraq. ✍️ @sfrantzman Link US-Saudi Arabia airstrikes target Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces militia in Iraq The strikes followed a series of drone and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia. The United States has made clear that it believes Iran-directed militias are responsible for the escalation.